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What is the first prophecy given to Macbeth by the witches?
What is the first prophecy given to Macbeth by the witches?
- He will die in battle
- He will be defeated by Banquo
- He will become Thane of Cawdor (correct)
- He will become king
What is the prophecy regarding Banquo's future?
What is the prophecy regarding Banquo's future?
- He will die in battle
- He will be king of Scotland
- His descendants will inherit the throne (correct)
- He will betray Macbeth
How do the witches initially manipulate Macbeth's ambitions?
How do the witches initially manipulate Macbeth's ambitions?
- By giving cryptic prophecies that ignite his desires (correct)
- By providing clear and detailed visions
- By warning him of the dangers of ambition
- By staying completely silent about his future
Which apparition convinces Macbeth of his safety from harm?
Which apparition convinces Macbeth of his safety from harm?
What is the final piece of misleading reassurance given to Macbeth?
What is the final piece of misleading reassurance given to Macbeth?
What theme is prominently demonstrated by the witches' manipulations in the play?
What theme is prominently demonstrated by the witches' manipulations in the play?
What is a significant effect of the witches' prophecies on Macbeth's character development?
What is a significant effect of the witches' prophecies on Macbeth's character development?
In what manner do the witches specifically manipulate Macbeth's perception of safety?
In what manner do the witches specifically manipulate Macbeth's perception of safety?
How do the apparitions presented by the witches further manipulate Macbeth's actions?
How do the apparitions presented by the witches further manipulate Macbeth's actions?
What underlying theme is illustrated through the witches' interactions with Macbeth?
What underlying theme is illustrated through the witches' interactions with Macbeth?
What is the ultimate effect of the witches’ manipulation on Macbeth’s moral judgment?
What is the ultimate effect of the witches’ manipulation on Macbeth’s moral judgment?
How do the witches’ prophecies regarding Banquo differ from those concerning Macbeth?
How do the witches’ prophecies regarding Banquo differ from those concerning Macbeth?
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