Macbeth, Final, Study Guide

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    How many witches are in the opening scene?

    • Two
    • None
    • Three
    • Six
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  • 2. 

    What does Lady Macbeth try to wash off her hands when she sleepwalks?

    • Paint

    • Dirt

    • Remnants of dinner

    • A spot of blood

    Correct Answer
    A. A spot of blood
    Explanation
    In Shakespeare's play Macbeth, Lady Macbeth is plagued by guilt and remorse for her role in the murder of King Duncan. As she sleepwalks, she compulsively tries to wash off a spot of blood that symbolizes her involvement in the crime. This spot of blood represents her guilt and the stain on her conscience that she desperately wants to remove. Lady Macbeth's sleepwalking and her obsession with washing her hands symbolize her inner turmoil and her inability to escape the consequences of her actions.

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  • 3. 

    What is the weather like in the opening scene?

    • It is windy.

    • There is thunder and lighting.

    • It is sunny.

    • It is snowy.

    Correct Answer
    A. There is thunder and lighting.
    Explanation
    In the opening scene, the weather is described as having thunder and lightning. This suggests that the weather is stormy and intense.

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  • 4. 

    Where does this play take place?

    • Ireland

    • Scotland

    • England

    • Norway

    Correct Answer
    A. Scotland
    Explanation
    This play takes place in Scotland.

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  • 5. 

    Who kills Macbeth?

    • The witches

    • Malcolm

    • MacDuff

    • Young Siward

    Correct Answer
    A. MacDuff
    Explanation
    MacDuff kills Macbeth. In the play "Macbeth" by William Shakespeare, MacDuff is a loyal and noble character who seeks revenge against Macbeth for murdering his family. MacDuff ultimately confronts Macbeth in a battle and is successful in killing him, fulfilling the prophecy that Macbeth would be slain by a man not born of a woman. MacDuff's act of killing Macbeth is a significant moment in the play, as it symbolizes the restoration of order and justice in Scotland.

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  • 6. 

    Macbeth has no fears or reservations about killing the king.

    • False

    • True

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    Macbeth does have fears and reservations about killing the king. In the play, he is initially hesitant and conflicted about the idea. He is aware of the consequences and the moral implications of regicide. He expresses his doubts and fears through soliloquies and conversations with Lady Macbeth. Macbeth's internal struggle and guilt after committing the act further demonstrate his reservations. Therefore, the statement that Macbeth has no fears or reservations about killing the king is false.

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  • 7. 

    What does Macbeth imagine he sees as he goes to kill the king?

    • A sword

    • The witches

    • A dagger

    • A ghost

    Correct Answer
    A. A dagger
    Explanation
    Macbeth imagines he sees a dagger as he goes to kill the king. This is a significant moment in the play as the dagger symbolizes his internal conflict and his descent into madness. It represents his ambition and the temptation to commit the murderous act. The image of the dagger, which is not physically present, highlights Macbeth's guilt and his deteriorating mental state. It foreshadows the bloodshed that will follow and sets the tone for the tragic events that unfold in the play.

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  • 8. 

    When she is warned of impending danger, Lady MacDuff flees to England.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    Lady MacDuff does not flee to England when she is warned of impending danger. In fact, she stays in Scotland and is ultimately captured and killed by Macbeth's henchmen. This is a significant event in the play "Macbeth" as it showcases the brutality and ruthlessness of Macbeth's reign.

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  • 9. 

    How does the Birnam Wood move to Dunsinane?

    • The witches move it by magic.

    • Malcolm's force take branches to disguise their movements.

    • Dunsinane is dismantled and thrown into the wood.

    • None of the above.

    Correct Answer
    A. Malcolm's force take branches to disguise their movements.
    Explanation
    Malcolm's force takes branches to disguise their movements. This refers to a famous scene from William Shakespeare's play Macbeth, where Malcolm's army uses branches from Birnam Wood to camouflage themselves as they approach Dunsinane Castle. This clever tactic fulfills the witches' prophecy that Macbeth will not be defeated until Birnam Wood moves to Dunsinane, as it appears that the forest is indeed moving towards the castle. This answer accurately describes the event in the play.

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  • 10. 

    What event does Macbeth insist Banquo attend in Act 3?

    • A feast

    • The king's funeral

    • A meeting of the thanes

    • His coronation

    Correct Answer
    A. A feast
    Explanation
    In Act 3 of Macbeth, Macbeth insists that Banquo attends a feast. This is significant because Macbeth wants to ensure that Banquo is present, as he plans to have him murdered during the feast. Macbeth is threatened by Banquo's knowledge of the witches' prophecies and fears that Banquo's descendants will inherit the throne. By inviting Banquo to the feast, Macbeth is able to manipulate the situation and carry out his plan to eliminate any potential threats to his reign.

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  • 11. 

    What does Lady Macbeth plan to do to the king's guards so they can be blamed for the king's death?

    • Threaten them

    • Get them drunk

    • Bribe them

    • Drug them

    Correct Answer
    A. Get them drunk
    Explanation
    Lady Macbeth plans to get the king's guards drunk so that they can be blamed for the king's death. By getting them intoxicated, she intends to impair their judgment and make them appear guilty of the crime. This would divert suspicion away from her and her husband, allowing them to carry out their plan to assassinate the king without being suspected.

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  • 12. 

    Who declares Scotland free and Malcolm king?

    • Ross

    • Lennox

    • Siward

    • MacDuff

    Correct Answer
    A. MacDuff
    Explanation
    MacDuff declares Scotland free and Malcolm king. This is evident from the play "Macbeth" by William Shakespeare. MacDuff is a loyal and noble character who joins forces with Malcolm to overthrow Macbeth's tyrannical rule. After Macbeth's death, MacDuff proclaims Malcolm as the rightful king of Scotland, thereby declaring Scotland free from Macbeth's oppressive reign.

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  • 13. 

    Whose loyalty is tested by Malcolm in Act 4. Scene 3?

    • Donalbain's

    • Macbeth's

    • Macduff's

    • Ross'

    Correct Answer
    A. Macduff's
    Explanation
    In Act 4, Scene 3 of Macbeth, Malcolm tests Macduff's loyalty. Macduff has been suspicious of Macbeth's actions and has been openly critical of him. Malcolm, pretending to be even more corrupt than Macbeth, wants to make sure that Macduff's loyalty lies with Scotland and not with the tyrant king. He tests Macduff by questioning his motives and allegiance. Macduff's response and actions during this test reveal his true loyalty and dedication to Scotland, proving that he is not swayed by Macbeth's power and corruption.

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  • 14. 

    Which of the thanes is found to be a traitor and is sentenced to death in Act 1, Scene 2?

    • Cawdor

    • MacDuff

    • Lennox

    • Rodd

    Correct Answer
    A. Cawdor
    Explanation
    In Act 1, Scene 2 of Shakespeare's play Macbeth, it is revealed that the Thane of Cawdor is found to be a traitor and is sentenced to death. This is significant because it sets the stage for the theme of betrayal and ambition that runs throughout the play. The discovery of Cawdor's treachery also foreshadows Macbeth's own descent into betrayal and murder as he seeks to fulfill the witches' prophecies.

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  • 15. 

    Lady Macbeth learns of the witch's prophecies about her husband in a letter from ________ .

    • Banquo

    • Malcolm

    • Duncan

    • Macbeth

    Correct Answer
    A. Macbeth
    Explanation
    Lady Macbeth learns of the witch's prophecies about her husband in a letter from Macbeth. This is evident from the fact that Macbeth is the one who receives the prophecies from the witches and writes about them in a letter to Lady Macbeth. The letter serves as a means of communication between the two characters, and it is through this letter that Lady Macbeth becomes aware of the prophecies and starts plotting the murder of King Duncan to fulfill them.

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  • 16. 

    How many murderers attack Banquo and his son?

    • Three

    • Two

    • One

    • Four

    Correct Answer
    A. Three
    Explanation
    In Shakespeare's play Macbeth, three murderers are sent to attack Banquo and his son Fleance. This scene occurs after Macbeth becomes king and starts to feel threatened by Banquo's knowledge of the witches' prophecy. Macbeth hires the murderers to kill Banquo and ensure that his own reign remains unchallenged. However, the plan goes awry when Fleance manages to escape, leaving the murderers with only one victim, Banquo.

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  • 17. 

    Who is Beelzebub?

    • Hecate's companion

    • Macbeth's father

    • The devil

    • One of the witches

    Correct Answer
    A. The devil
    Explanation
    Beelzebub is commonly known as one of the names for the devil in Christian and Jewish traditions. He is often portrayed as a powerful and malevolent figure, associated with evil, temptation, and the ruler of demons. In various religious texts and folklore, Beelzebub is depicted as a fallen angel who rebelled against God and became a symbol of wickedness and corruption. Therefore, the correct answer to the question "Who is Beelzebub?" is "The devil."

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  • 18. 

    How many additional witches does Hecate being to the cavern in Act 4. Scene 1?

    • Thirteen

    • Three

    • Ten

    • None

    Correct Answer
    A. Three
    Explanation
    In Act 4, Scene 1 of the play, Macbeth, Hecate brings three additional witches to the cavern. This can be inferred from the fact that Hecate is the leader of the witches and has the power to summon and control them. The presence of these three additional witches adds to the supernatural and eerie atmosphere of the scene, emphasizing the dark forces at play in Macbeth's downfall.

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  • 19. 

    Where is Malcolm crowned?

    • In Birnam Wood

    • At Dunsinane

    • At Scone

    • In England

    Correct Answer
    A. At Scone
    Explanation
    Malcolm is crowned at Scone. Scone is a historically significant location in Scotland where the Kings of Scots were traditionally crowned. This is where the coronation ceremony for Scottish monarchs took place, making it the most likely and appropriate location for Malcolm's coronation.

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  • 20. 

    What instrument announces the arrival of Macbeth in Act 1, Scene 3?

    • A trumpet

    • A harp

    • A herald

    • A drum

    Correct Answer
    A. A drum
    Explanation
    In Act 1, Scene 3 of Macbeth, a drum is used to announce the arrival of Macbeth. This choice is supported by the fact that a drum is a common instrument used to create a loud and attention-grabbing sound, making it suitable for announcing someone's arrival. Additionally, the use of a drum adds a sense of anticipation and excitement to the scene, foreshadowing the significant role that Macbeth will play in the events of the play.

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