Macbeth Act 1 Quiz

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What title is Macbeth awarded for his valor in battle?

King of Scotland
Thane of Cawdor (correct)
Thane of Glamis
Duke of Albany

How does Banquo react to the witches' prophecies?

He believes them completely.
He wishes to meet the witches alone.
He remains skeptical about their predictions. (correct)
He feels inspired to act immediately.

What is Lady Macbeth's initial reaction to Macbeth's letter about the witches' prophecy?

She believes he lacks the ruthlessness to become king. (correct)
She plans to confront the witches.
She encourages him to wait.
She is ecstatic and celebrates immediately.

What obstacle does Macbeth perceive in his path to the throne after learning of his new title?

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What plan does Lady Macbeth devise at the end of Act 1?

<p>To murder King Duncan to help Macbeth become king. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Flashcards

The Three Witches

A group of three women who possess supernatural powers and make prophecies, playing a significant role in instigating Macbeth's ambition.

Macbeth

A Scottish general who leads a rebellion against King Duncan and wins a victory. He is rewarded with the title of Thane of Cawdor, but begins to contemplate the witches' prophecy about becoming king.

Banquo

A courageous Scottish general who is Macbeth's loyal companion. Although skeptical about the witches' predictions, he remains close to Macbeth.

King Duncan

The king of Scotland, Duncan is a benevolent ruler who is murdered by Macbeth. His death sets in motion a series of events that lead to the downfall of Macbeth.

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Lady Macbeth

Macbeth's wife, she is a cunning and ambitious woman who pushes her husband to murder King Duncan to secure the throne for him. She fuels Macbeth's ambitions and becomes a driving force behind his downfall.

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Study Notes

Act 1 of Macbeth

Three witches meet on a desolate heath and discuss a future meeting with Macbeth.
Macbeth and Banquo lead Scottish forces to a victorious battle.
Macbeth is granted the Thane of Cawdor title after the battle.
Macbeth is presented with a prophecy by the witches in which he is foretold to become king.
Banquo doubts the witches' prophecies.
Macbeth and Banquo meet King Duncan who thanks Macbeth for his loyalty in battle and declares his son Malcolm as heir to the throne.
Macbeth's ambition to take the throne grows as he sees Malcolm as a barrier.
Lady Macbeth, reading Macbeth's letter about the witches' prophecy, encourages Macbeth to take action and dismisses possible hesitation from Macbeth.
Lady Macbeth plans the murder of Duncan.
Macbeth struggles with his ambition and guilt at the prospect of murder.