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WorksheetsMacbeth Acts 1-3
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 11mins
When Malcolm and Donalbain disappear, people assume that they
believe themselves in danger.
were involved in Duncan's death.
have been murdered.
are spreading the news.
How does Lady Macbeth cover for Macbeth at the banquet?
She pretends to be ill and convinces him to go to their chambers. She asks Macduff to entertain the guests.
She says he is still grieving for Duncan. She gives him wine to quiet him, and she hosts the banquet.
She laughs and says he is in high spirits. She encourages the others to make merry with her and Macbeth.
She tells the guests he often has fits. When he really gets out of hand she sends the guests home.
What unnatural things do Ross and the Old Man mention have happened since Duncan's murder? (2.4)
An mousing owl has killed a hawk
Duncan's horses turned wild and broke from their stalls
It is dark during the day, and light during the night
All of the above
What does Macbeth mean when he tells his wife that they "have scorched the snake, not killed it"?
Macbeth cut a snake's head off, but the snake regenerated and came back to life.
Macbeth means that even though Duncan is dead, they still have enemies to worry about and obstacles to face.
In Act III Scene 3, the murderers kill Banquo, but this character escapes.
Fleance
Banquo
Macbeth
Macduff
In Act III Scene 4, Shakespeare uses Banquo's ghost to appeal to what characteristic of his audience?
Their obsession with the supernatural.
Their preoccupation with class structure.
Their interest in blood, gore, and violence.
Their sadness; they miss Banquo's character!
