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1
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Who is the author of ‘Macbeth’?

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William Shakespeare

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What is the main theme of ‘Macbeth’?

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Ambition and its consequences

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In which country is ‘Macbeth’ set?

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Scotland

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What title does Macbeth hold at the start of the play?

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Thane of Glamis

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True or False: Lady Macbeth is a key influence on Macbeth’s actions.

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True

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What prophecies do the witches give Macbeth?

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That he will become Thane of Cawdor and King of Scotland

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Fill in the blank: Macbeth’s tragic flaw is his excessive __________.

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ambition

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Who kills King Duncan?

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Macbeth

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What does Lady Macbeth famously say to encourage Macbeth?

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‘Look like the innocent flower, but be the serpent under’t.’

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What is the significance of the floating dagger?

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It symbolizes Macbeth’s guilt and ambition.

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Who becomes king after Duncan’s murder?

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Macbeth

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What does Macbeth see at the banquet that disturbs him?

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The ghost of Banquo

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True or False: Macbeth is a character who experiences no remorse for his actions.

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False

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What role do the witches play in ‘Macbeth’?

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They provide prophecies that influence Macbeth’s actions.

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What is Lady Macbeth’s mental state by the end of the play?

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She descends into madness.

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What does Macbeth do to secure his position as king?

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He orders the murder of Banquo and attempts to kill Fleance.

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Fill in the blank: The play opens with three __________.

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witches

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What is the outcome of Macbeth’s reign?

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He is overthrown and killed.

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Who ultimately kills Macbeth?

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Macduff

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What does the phrase ‘Out, out brief candle!’ refer to?

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The brevity of life and the futility of ambition.

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What does Lady Macbeth use to wash away her guilt?

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Imaginary bloodstains

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True or False: Macbeth is initially portrayed as a coward.

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False

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What is the role of the character Macduff?

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He seeks to avenge Duncan’s murder.

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Fill in the blank: The witches chant ‘Double, double toil and trouble’ as they brew a __________.

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potion

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What literary device is prevalent in Macbeth's soliloquies?
Foreshadowing
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What does Macbeth mean when he says 'I am in blood / Stepped in so far'?
He feels trapped in his violent actions.
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What symbolizes Macbeth's guilt throughout the play?
Blood
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Who is the rightful heir to the throne after Duncan's death?
Malcolm
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What does Lady Macbeth call upon to aid her in her ambitions?
Spirits to 'unsex' her
30
True or False: The play explores the theme of fate vs. free will.
True
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What does the term 'hubris' refer to in the context of Macbeth?
Excessive pride that leads to downfall.
32
Fill in the blank: Macbeth's final battle is against __________.
Macduff
33
What is Lady Macbeth's reaction to Duncan's murder when it is revealed?
She faints.
34
What does Macbeth mean by 'Tomorrow, and tomorrow, and tomorrow'?
Life is monotonous and ultimately meaningless.
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Who is the first character to die in the play?
King Duncan
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What is the significance of the blood motif in the play?
It represents guilt and the consequences of violence.
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What does the term 'tragic hero' refer to in Macbeth?
A character with a tragic flaw that leads to their downfall.
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Who warns Macbeth to beware of Macduff?
The witches
39
True or False: Macbeth is ultimately killed in battle.
True
40
What does Lady Macbeth do in her sleepwalking scene?
She tries to wash imaginary blood from her hands.
41
Fill in the blank: Macbeth's ambition leads him to commit __________.
murder
42
What is the relationship between Macbeth and Lady Macbeth?
They are husband and wife.
43
Who is the Thane of Cawdor before Macbeth?
The previous Thane, who is executed for treason.
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What does the final scene of 'Macbeth' depict?
The restoration of order in Scotland.
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What vision does Macbeth have before killing Duncan?
A floating dagger leading him to Duncan.
46
What do the witches predict for Banquo?
That his descendants will be kings.
47
True or False: Macbeth is a play that has a happy ending.
False
48
What does Macbeth's castle symbolize?
The corruption of ambition and power.
49
Fill in the blank: Lady Macbeth's famous line 'Out, damned spot!' refers to her __________.
guilt
50
What is the significance of the title 'Macbeth'?
It represents the main character and his tragic downfall.
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Who helps Macbeth plan the murder of Duncan?
Lady Macbeth
52
What does the character of Malcolm represent?
The rightful heir and restoration of order.
53
True or False: Macbeth begins as a noble character.
True
54
What does the term 'catalyst' refer to in the context of Macbeth?
Lady Macbeth's influence on Macbeth's ambition.
55
Fill in the blank: The play is often described as a tragedy of __________.
ambition
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What does Macbeth's ambition ultimately lead to?
His destruction and death.
57
Who discovers Duncan's body?
Macbeth
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What does the character of Hecate represent?
The goddess of witchcraft.
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True or False: Banquo is a loyal friend to Macbeth throughout the play.
False
60
What does the term 'denouement' refer to in 'Macbeth'?
The resolution of the play's conflicts.
61
Fill in the blank: Macbeth's guilt manifests as __________.
hallucinations
62
What is the role of fate in 'Macbeth'?
It raises questions about free will and destiny.
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Who is the last character to die in the play?
Macbeth
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What does the phrase 'fair is foul, and foul is fair' signify?
The theme of appearance versus reality.
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What does Macbeth's soliloquy about the 'sound and fury' represent?
The meaningless of life.
66
Fill in the blank: The play is structured in __________ acts.
five
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What does the term 'foreshadowing' refer to in 'Macbeth'?
Hints about future events in the play.
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What is the climax of 'Macbeth'?
The murder of King Duncan.
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Who is the character that represents justice and order?
Malcolm
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True or False: Macbeth's character evolves from a hero to a tyrant.
True
71
What does the phrase 'the milk of human kindness' refer to?
Lady Macbeth's view of Macbeth's compassion.
72
Fill in the blank: The play explores the consequences of __________.
ambition
73
What is the significance of the weather in 'Macbeth'?
It reflects the turmoil and chaos in the kingdom.
74
What does the character of Ross represent?
A nobleman and a messenger.
75
What is the role of the Porter in 'Macbeth'?
He provides comic relief and commentary on the events.
76
What does the term 'tragic flaw' signify in Macbeth's character?
His ambition leads to his downfall.
77
Fill in the blank: The witches use __________ to manipulate Macbeth.
prophecy
78
Who is the character that represents betrayal in the play?
Macbeth
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What does the character of Fleance symbolize?
The future and hope for Banquo's legacy.
80
True or False: Lady Macbeth is ultimately more ruthless than Macbeth.
True
81
What does the term 'soliloquy' mean?
A speech given by a character alone on stage.
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What does the play suggest about the nature of power?
Power can corrupt and lead to moral decay.
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Fill in the blank: The play ends with the restoration of __________.
order
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What does the character of Banquo represent?
Loyalty and the consequences of ambition.
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What does the final act of 'Macbeth' reveal?
The consequences of unchecked ambition and tyranny.

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