Act 1 Comprehension Flashcards
Who tell’s the king about Macbeth’s and Banquo’s bravery in battle?
the Captain
Who accompanies Macbeth in his encounter with the witches?
Banquo
Who doubts Macbeth’s determination to kill the king?
Lady Macbeth
Who worries about the consequences of his actions?
Macbeth
Who praises Macbeth and expresses a desire to visit inverness (Macbeth’s Castle)
the King
What is Macbeths tragic flaw?
his lust for power
Lady Macbeth’s remark that Macbeth is “too full o’ th’ milk of human kindness” shows she is
ruthless
Macbeth’s first reaction to the witches’ prophesy is one of
shock
Before Macbeth makes his first appearance, we learn about his
bravery
True or False
Duncan and Macbeth are brothers?
false
Duncan’s attitude towards Macbeth is best described as
respected and kind
The play’s first act includes all the following except
a coldblooded murder
Near the end of act 1, Macbeth expresses doubt about murdering the king because
Macbeth is the king’s subject and host
Which of the following quotations from Act 1 is the best example of paradox?
“Lesser than Macbeth, and greater”
When Macbeth receives his new title, Banquo reacts with
Concern
