Kingship Quiz

What was the Divine Right of Kings?

• Kings were chosen by nobles.

• Kings were appointed by God.

• The people voted for the king.

Why did King James feel vulnerable?

• Recent attempted treason.

• Rioting due to religious differences.

• He was not appointed king by God.

Whose kingship does this describe?

Virtuous and fair: ‘What he hath lost, noble Macbeth hath won’ (1:2)

• Duncan

• Macbeth

• Malcolm

Whose kingship does this describe:

Insecurity – ‘full of scorpions is my mind’

• Duncan

• Macbeth

• Malcolm

Whose kingship does this describe:

‘What I am truly / Is thine and my poor country’s to command’               

• Duncan

• Macbeth

• Malcolm

Who is a foil to whom?

• Duncan to Malcolm

• Lady Macbeth to Macbeth

• Macbeth to Macduff

How does Macduff show he doesn't trust Macbeth?

• He avoids his coronation.

• He flees to England.

• He meets with Banquo.

Context: What guides Macduff in his behaviour?

• HIs wife.

• Religious Values

• Duncan.

Context: What was considered more important in Shakespeare's times?

• Strength and bravery.

• Debate and discussion skills.

• The ability to negotiate.

Who is the current king of the U.K.?

• Charles I

• Charles II

• Charles III