Macbeth Act 5 Scene 8 Quiz

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1. Who killed Macbeth? 

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Macduff is the correct answer because in the play "Macbeth" by William Shakespeare, Macduff is the one who ultimately kills Macbeth. Macduff seeks revenge for the murder of his family, which was orchestrated by Macbeth. In the final battle, Macduff confronts Macbeth and beheads him, fulfilling the prophecy that Macbeth would be defeated by a man not born of a woman. Macduff's actions lead to the restoration of peace and the end of Macbeth's tyrannical reign.

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This quiz focuses on Act 5 Scene 8 of Shakespeare's Macbeth, assessing knowledge on pivotal plot points and character developments. It evaluates understanding of Macbeth's fate, Macduff's unique... see morebirth, and Malcolm's ascension, alongside thematic analysis of Macbeth's moral journey. see less

2. How was Macduff born? 

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Macduff was born through a Cesarean section. This means that instead of being born through the natural process of childbirth, Macduff was delivered through a surgical procedure in which an incision was made in the mother's abdomen and uterus. This method is often used when there are complications during pregnancy or labor, or when it is deemed safer for the mother or the baby.

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3. How was the second witches' prophecy fulfilled? 

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Macbeth was defeated by someone who was not born of a woman. This prophecy was fulfilled when Macduff revealed that he was "untimely ripped" from his mother's womb, meaning he was delivered via a Caesarean section and not born in the traditional sense. This fulfilled the witches' prophecy that Macbeth would be defeated by someone who was not born of a woman, ultimately leading to Macbeth's downfall.

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4. Who becomes the rightful king of Scotland? 

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Malcolm becomes the rightful king of Scotland because he is the son of King Duncan and the rightful heir to the throne. After the murder of Duncan by Macbeth, Malcolm flees to England to gather support and eventually returns with an army to overthrow Macbeth and claim his rightful place as king.

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5. How did Macbeth's attitude change during his fight with Macduff? 

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During his fight with Macduff, Macbeth's attitude changed as his confidence faltered. However, despite this setback, he did not give up and continued to fight.

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Who killed Macbeth? 
How was Macduff born? 
How was the second witches' prophecy fulfilled? 
Who becomes the rightful king of Scotland? 
How did Macbeth's attitude change during his fight with...
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