Macbeth Act 1 Quiz

What title does King Duncan give to Macbeth?

• Thane of Cawdor

• Thane of Fife

• Thane of Glamis

• Thane of Ross

Why does King Duncan give Macbeth the title of Thane of Cawdor?

• For his loyalty

• For his bravery in battle

• For his wealth

• For his wisdom

What is the witches' chant in Scene 1?

• "Double, double toil and trouble"

• "Fair is foul, and foul is fair"

• "Hail Macbeth, that shalt be king hereafter"

• "When shall we three meet again"

Who is the king during the events of Act 1?

• King Edward

• King Duncan

• King Malcolm

• King Macbeth

What do the witches predict for Banquo?

• He will become king.

• His descendants will be kings.

• He will be defeated in battle.

• He will betray Macbeth.

How does Lady Macbeth convince Macbeth to go through with the plan?

• By questioning his courage

• By offering him money

• By promising him power

• By threatening to leave him

What themes (e.g., ambition, fate vs. free will, deception) emerge in Act 1?

• Ambition and power

• Love and friendship

• War and peace

• Honor and loyalty

What is the synonym for "Ambition"?

• Defy

• Prediction

• Aspiration

• Lord

Which word means to "Defy"?

• Thane

• Prophecy

• Ambition

• Flout

In the context of Macbeth, which word would best fit the definition of a noble title?

• Flout

• Thane

• Prophecy

• Ambition