Macbeth Flashcards
Who is the author of ‘Macbeth’?
William Shakespeare
What is the central theme of ‘Macbeth’?
Ambition and its consequences
True or False: Macbeth is initially a loyal subject to King Duncan.
True
Fill in the blank: The three _______ predict Macbeth’s rise to power.
Witches
What title does Macbeth hold at the beginning of the play?
Thane of Glamis
Who is Macbeth’s wife?
Lady Macbeth
Which character is killed by Macbeth in Act 2?
Duncan
What does Lady Macbeth manipulate Macbeth into doing?
Murdering King Duncan
True or False: Macbeth feels guilty after killing Duncan.
True
What is the significance of blood in ‘Macbeth’?
It symbolizes guilt and murder.
Fill in the blank: Macbeth sees a _______ before killing Duncan.
dagger
What prophecy do the witches give to Banquo?
His descendants will be kings.
Who kills Banquo?
Macbeth’s hired murderers
What does Lady Macbeth do while sleepwalking?
She tries to wash the blood off her hands.
True or False: Macbeth becomes king after killing Duncan.
True
What does Macbeth seek from the witches after becoming king?
Further prophecies about his future.
Fill in the blank: The theme of _______ is prevalent throughout ‘Macbeth’.
Fate vs. free will
What event marks Macbeth’s descent into tyranny?
The murder of Banquo
Who ultimately kills Macbeth?
Macduff
True or False: Lady Macbeth dies from grief.
True
What does the phrase ‘fair is foul, and foul is fair’ signify?
The blurring of moral boundaries.
What role does the supernatural play in ‘Macbeth’?
It influences characters’ actions and foreshadows events.
Fill in the blank: Macbeth’s tragic flaw is his _______.
Ambition
What is the setting of ‘Macbeth’?
Scotland
Who is the rightful heir to the throne after Duncan?
Malcolm
Multiple Choice: Which character represents the theme of revenge?
Macduff
True or False: The play ends with Macbeth’s victory over his enemies.
False
What do the witches symbolize in the play?
Manipulation of fate and evil.
Fill in the blank: Lady Macbeth calls on _______ spirits to help her.
dark
What does Macbeth see at the banquet that disturbs him?
Banquo’s ghost
Who discovers Duncan’s body?
Macbeth
Multiple Choice: How does Lady Macbeth initially feel about killing Duncan?
She is determined and ruthless.
True or False: Macbeth becomes increasingly paranoid as the play progresses.
True
What is the role of the Porter in the play?
Comic relief and commentary on the events.
Fill in the blank: Macbeth is described as a _______ hero at the start.
tragic
What is the climax of ‘Macbeth’?
Macbeth’s murder of King Duncan.
Who warns Macbeth to beware of Macduff?
The witches
True or False: Macbeth’s ambition leads to his downfall.
True
Fill in the blank: The play explores the consequences of _______.
unchecked ambition
What does Malcolm do at the end of the play?
He becomes king.
Who is the first character to die in the play?
The Thane of Cawdor
Multiple Choice: What does Macbeth’s final battle symbolize?
The struggle against tyranny.
What is the significance of the weather in ‘Macbeth’?
It reflects the chaos and disorder in the kingdom.
Fill in the blank: Macbeth’s reign is characterized by _______.
violence and fear
