20 Questions
Who is the author of Beowulf?
An anonymous author
When was Beowulf composed?
Between 975 and 1025
Where is Beowulf set?
Pagan Scandinavia
Who does Beowulf come to aid?
Hrothgar, the king of the Danes
How does Beowulf die?
He is mortally wounded in a battle with a dragon
Which play by William Shakespeare is thought to have been first performed in 1606?
Macbeth
Who does Macbeth murder in order to take the Scottish throne?
King Duncan
What is the main theme of Macbeth?
The consequences of political ambition
Which tragedy by Shakespeare most clearly reflects his relationship with King James I?
Macbeth
Which publication is Macbeth first included in?
The First Folio
Macbeth is thought to have been first performed in which year?
1606
What is the main reason for Macbeth's descent into madness and tyranny?
His ambition and guilt
Who prophesies that Macbeth will become King of Scotland?
The witches
Which of the following is NOT a consequence of Macbeth's actions?
Civil war
What is the publication in which Macbeth was first included?
The Folio of 1623
Who is the patron of Shakespeare's acting company?
King James
What is the main reason for Macbeth's descent into guilt and paranoia?
His relationship with Lady Macbeth
What is the genre of Macbeth?
Tragedy
Who prophesies that Macbeth will become King of Scotland?
The witches
What is the publication in which Macbeth was first included?
The Folio of 1623
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