Macbeth 5.1 Performance: Doctor and Gentlewoman, Lines 42-44

The transcript explores themes of forbidden knowledge and the consequences of speaking truths that should remain hidden. It highlights the awareness of divine entities regarding these hidden truths.

What does the speaker imply about the listener's knowledge?

• The listener has forgotten something crucial.

• The listener is confused about the facts.

• The listener is unaware of important information.

• The listener knows something they should not.

What is the speaker certain about regarding the woman's speech?

• The woman has spoken something she should not have.

• The woman has remained silent.

• The woman has spoken the truth.

• The woman has spoken in riddles.

What is the tone of the speaker when mentioning the woman's speech?

• Confident

• Doubtful

• Amused

• Indifferent

Who does the speaker believe knows what the woman has known?

• The listener

• Heaven

• The speaker

• The woman herself

What does the speaker suggest about the knowledge of the woman?

• It is a secret shared with the speaker.

• It is known to everyone.

• It is known only to heaven.

• It is common knowledge.