Macbeth Act 1, Scene iv Quiz

Duncan says he built his trust in Cawdor on his appearance (I.iv.13–16). On what has he based his judgment of Macbeth?

• Macbeth’s family connections and political alliances

• Macbeth’s heroic actions and loyalty in battle

• Macbeth’s calm personality and gentle nature

• Macbeth’s popularity with the people

What does Macbeth say is the duty of loyal subjects, like himself, to King Duncan? Is he sincere?

• To protect the king’s children and heirs; yes, he is completely sincere

• To obey orders without question; yes, he is loyal to Duncan’s authority

• To serve and honor the king with loyalty and devotion; but no, he is already thinking about his own ambition

• To overthrow traitors and defend the kingdom; yes, he is committed to justice

Duncan appoints his son, Malcolm, as Prince of Cumberland. What does this imply for Macbeth?

• Macbeth sees Malcolm as an obstacle to his rise and begins to consider how to remove him

• Macbeth is relieved because he never wanted the throne anyway

• Macbeth believes the witches' prophecy was wrong and gives up on becoming king

• Macbeth will now be Malcolm’s advisor and lose his chance to become king

Who is the speaker?

• Macbeth

• King Duncan

• Prince Malcolm

• Banquo

To whom are they speaking?

• Malcolm

• The audience

• The crowd

• King Duncan

What is the significance to character, theme, and plot development?