Duncan's Reports and Battle Metaphors

King Duncan and Malcolm meet a brave sergeant who reports on the battle against the rebel Macdonwald, highlighting Macbeth's valor. Despite initial success, a new threat arises from the Norwegian king. Macbeth and Banquo face this challenge with great courage. The Thane of Ross arrives, reporting on the Norwegian attack and the betrayal by the Thane of Cawdor. Duncan decides to execute Cawdor and reward Macbeth with his title.

Who is the wounded man that brings news to Duncan and Malcolm?

• A brave sergeant

• Macbeth

• The Thane of Cawdor

• The Thane of Ross

What metaphor does the sergeant use to describe the battle?

• Two lions fighting

• Two exhausted swimmers

• A raging fire

• A stormy sea

Who was Macdonwald supported by in the battle?

• French knights

• Irish and Hebrides soldiers

• Norwegian troops

• English soldiers

How did Macbeth deal with Macdonwald?

• Killed him and displayed his head

• Let him escape

• Negotiated peace

• Captured him

What new challenge arose after Macdonwald's defeat?

• A plague

• A famine

• A rebellion in the south

• An attack by the Norwegian king

How did Macbeth and Banquo react to the Norwegian attack?

• They fought with double force

• They were frightened

• They sought reinforcements

• They retreated

What does Duncan say about the sergeant's words and wounds?

• They are confusing

• They bring him honor

• They are exaggerated

• They are meaningless

Who arrives with frantic eyes and a strange tale?

• The Thane of Cawdor

• The Thane of Ross

• Macbeth

• Banquo

What does Ross report about the Norwegian king?

• He has allied with Macbeth

• He has won the battle

• He seeks a treaty

• He has fled the country

Who assisted the Norwegian king in the battle?

• The Thane of Cawdor

• Macbeth

• Banquo

• The Thane of Ross