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What happens in Act 2, Scene 1 of Macbeth?
What happens in Act 2, Scene 1 of Macbeth?
- Macbeth sees a dagger and hears a bell. (correct)
- The Porter pretends to be hell's gatekeeper.
- Lady Macbeth waits for news of the murder.
- Ross and an Old Man discuss the unnatural night.
What does Lady Macbeth do when Macbeth returns after killing King Duncan?
What does Lady Macbeth do when Macbeth returns after killing King Duncan?
She takes the bloody daggers from him.
Macduff discovers King Duncan's body in Act 2, Scene 3.
Macduff discovers King Duncan's body in Act 2, Scene 3.
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In Act 2, Scene 4, Ross and an Old Man discuss the ______ night.
In Act 2, Scene 4, Ross and an Old Man discuss the ______ night.
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Match the Act and Scene of Macbeth with the corresponding event:
Match the Act and Scene of Macbeth with the corresponding event:
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Study Notes
Act 2, Scene 1
- Macbeth converses with Banquo just past midnight, stating they'll discuss the witches later.
- He hallucinates a dagger leading him to King Duncan's chamber and hears a bell toll, signaling it's time for the murder.
Act 2, Scene 2
- Lady Macbeth eagerly awaits Macbeth's return after killing Duncan.
- Macbeth is visibly shaken and carries bloody daggers, which Lady Macbeth insists on taking to frame the guards.
- They are interrupted by knocking at the castle gate, causing Lady Macbeth to lead Macbeth away to clean themselves of blood.
Act 2, Scene 3
- A Porter humorously pretends to be the gatekeeper of hell before admitting Macduff and Lennox.
- Macduff discovers King Duncan's lifeless body, prompting chaos.
- In a feigned act of rage, Macbeth kills the guards, blaming them for Duncan’s murder.
- Malcolm and Donalbain decide to flee for their lives, fearing they may be the next targets.
Act 2, Scene 4
- Ross and an Old Man reflect on the unnatural occurrences of the night, indicating turmoil in nature.
- Ross and Macduff discuss suspicions regarding Malcolm and Donalbain's involvement in Duncan’s murder.
- Ross heads to Scone to witness Macbeth's coronation as King of Scotland, while Macduff chooses to remain home.
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Test your knowledge of Act 2 from Shakespeare's Macbeth. This quiz covers key events, characters, and themes in scenes 1 to 4, including Macbeth's descent into madness and the consequences of regicide. Brush up on your understanding of this pivotal part of the play!
