"Macbeth" Act One Vocabulary

What is the meaning of "chalice"?

• A type of fruit

• A cup or goblet

• A musical instrument

• A piece of clothing

What does "chastise" mean?

• To praise highly

• To punish by beating; criticize severely

• To ignore completely

• To reward generously

What is the definition of "compunctious"?

• Deserving of praise

• Deserving of shame; deeply wrong

• Full of joy

• Full of energy

What does "dwindle" mean?

• To increase rapidly

• To make or become gradually less until little remains

• To remain constant

• To expand indefinitely

What is a "harbinger"?

• A type of bird

• One that indicates or foreshadows what is to come; forerunner

• A musical note

• A type of plant

What does "implored" mean?

• To ignore completely

• Involved by logical necessity; entail; appealed to; beseeched

• To laugh loudly

• To run quickly

What is "ingratitude"?

• A feeling of joy

• A lack of gratitude; ungratefulness

• A sense of pride

• A state of confusion

What does "interim" refer to?

• A permanent state

• A period between two events

• A type of celebration

• A final decision

What is "mettle"?

• Weakness of character

• Strength of character; determination

• A type of metal

• A form of art

What does "minion" mean?

• A leader

• A powerful figure

• Submissive follower or dependent

• A type of animal