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Macbeth

William Shakespeare

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Themes, Motifs, and Symbols Quiz

Further Study Themes, Motifs, and Symbols Quiz

1 of 5
What does the play suggest happens when one uses violence to attain power?

It begets more violence.
It leads to wonderful things.
It is a reasonable means to ambitious ends.
It messes with the space-time continuum.

2 of 5
What negative attribute is masculinity equated with throughout the play?

Impotence
Manipulation
Naked aggression
Psychosis

3 of 5
What is a true and good king of Scotland supposed to value?

He should be a strong advocate for the unification of Scotland, Ireland, and England.
He should be loyal to Scotland above all personal interests.
He should see the expansion of Scottish borders as his primary goal.
He should make national ambitions a reflection of his personal ambitions.

4 of 5
What are most of the witches' prophecies?

Nursery rhymes without meaning
Questions that remain unanswered
Riddles that are fulfilled
Riddles that are unfulfilled

5 of 5
What does blood symbolize throughout the play?

Birth
Innocence
Pain
Guilt

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