Macbeth Act One

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What does Lady Macbeth call for after reading Macbeth's letter?

Back

She calls for spirits to remove her feminine qualities.

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Who is declared a traitor in Act One of Macbeth?

Back

Macdonwald.

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What does Lady Macbeth fear about her husband?

Back

She fears that he is too nice to do what needs to be done to become king.

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What does Lady Macbeth plan to do after reading her husband's letter?

Back

She prepares to kill Duncan.

Front

What prophecy do the witches make about Banquo?

Back

His children will be kings.

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What is the main theme introduced in Act One of Macbeth?

Back

Ambition and the consequences of unchecked ambition.

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Who is King Duncan in Macbeth?

Back

The King of Scotland who is murdered by Macbeth.

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What role do the witches play in Act One?

Back

They provide prophecies that spark Macbeth's ambition.

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How does Macbeth react to the witches' prophecies?

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He is initially skeptical but becomes intrigued by the idea of becoming king.

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What does Lady Macbeth think about her husband's character?

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She believes he is too kind and lacks the ruthlessness needed to seize the throne.