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Act 3, scenes 1-3 Quick Quiz

Macbeth

by: William Shakespeare

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Act 3, scenes 1-3 Quick Quiz

1 of 5
What does Banquo wonder about the witches’ prophecy?

If perhaps they were wrong and he might become king one day
If there is any room for free will in the world or if all is fate
If his descendents will really become kings
If he could bribe or threaten them into changing the future

2 of 5
How does Macbeth feel about Banquo?

He fears that Banquo and his sons will cut short his reign.
He believes Banquo to be a loyal friend.
He thinks Banquo is planning on murdering him.
In his madness, he forgets who Banquo is.

3 of 5
What does Macbeth hire three men to do?

Protect him from assassins
Kill Macduff and his family
Find the witches so he can talk to them again
Kill Banquo and his son

4 of 5
Does Lady Macbeth think this murder of Banquo and his son are necessary?

No, but she’ll help him if he does.
Yes, she thinks the business won’t be done until they are both dead.
She’s not sure and wants to err on the side of caution by killing them.
She opposes it and threatens to stop Macbeth if he tries.

5 of 5
Do the assassins succeed in killing Banquo and Fleance?

Yes, they kill both of them.
They kill Banquo but Fleance escapes.
No, they both escape and vow revenge.
They kill Fleance but Banquo escapes.

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