Macbeth Act 3 Quizs

How does Macbeth convince the murderers to kill Banquo?

• He tells them that Banquo is a noble man who deserves to live.

• He offers them a large sum of money to carry out the deed.

• He tells them that Banquo used them and ruined their lives. He asks them to consider what type of men they are- will they let Banquo get away with all that he has done to them?

• He threatens them with violence if they refuse to comply.

blanched

• to whiten or bleach; to make pale; to scald

• to darken or deepen in color; to enhance

• to cook briefly in boiling water; to preserve color

• to dry out or wither; to lose vitality

How does Banquo react to the attack?

• He tells Fleance to run so that Fleance can avenge his murder.

• He fights back against the attackers.

• He hides and waits for help.

• He calls for Macbeth to assist him.

How does the soliloquy in Act 3, scene 1, lines 47-72 compare with the earlier one in which he contemplated the murder of Duncan, Act 1, scene 7, lines 1-28?

• Macbeth is more confident and not sickened by the thought of murder. He is willing to do whatever is necessary to defend his throne.

• Macbeth expresses deep remorse and guilt over his actions, showing signs of weakness.

• Macbeth is uncertain and fearful about the consequences of his actions, reflecting his inner turmoil.

• Macbeth is indifferent to the act of murder, viewing it as a necessary evil without emotional conflict.

What was Macbeth's reaction to the uninvited guest at dinner?

• He welcomes the guest with open arms.

• He asks, 'Which of you have done this?' He initially accuses his guests of setting him up.

• He ignores the guest completely and continues with dinner.

• He laughs and makes a joke about the situation.

Why does Macbeth invoke the night?

• He wants to hide his evil deeds from the world.

• He is upset by the fact that Banquo's offspring will inherit the throne.

• He wishes to summon the spirits of the dead.

• He hopes to find peace and solace in the darkness.

What is the importance of Fleance's escape?

• He will be able to tell everyone that Macbeth killed his father, Banquo.

• He will become the new king immediately.

• He will join forces with Macbeth to take over the throne.

• He will seek revenge on Macbeth for his father's death.

Why does Macbeth keep his attack on Banquo a secret from Lady Macbeth?

• He believes she would disapprove of the plan.

• He thinks it is better that she doesn't know about it until after the deed is done.

• He wants to protect her from the guilt of the murder.

• He is afraid she will try to stop him.

bounteous

• generous; abundant

• scarce; limited

• stingy; miserly

• ordinary; average

Why is Hecate angry?

• The witches gave Macbeth a prophecy without getting permission from Hecate.

• Hecate was upset about the witches' choice of Macbeth as a target.

• Hecate wanted to control the witches' powers herself.

• The witches failed to follow Hecate's instructions.