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Scenes /-7 Flashcards

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1
Q

Who is the first character to appear in scene 1 of Macbeth?

A

The three witches

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2
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What do the witches tell Macbeth in scene 1 that propels the plot forward?

A

They tell him he will become the King of Scotland

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3
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Who is Macbeth’s companion in scene 3 that the witches also make prophecies about?

A

Banquo

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4
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What does Macbeth decide to do after hearing the witches’ prophecies in scene 3?

A

He decides to take action to make the prophecies come true

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5
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Who is the king of Scotland at the beginning of the play?

A

King Duncan

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6
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What news does Ross bring to Macbeth in scene 3?

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He brings news of Macbeth’s new title as Thane of Cawdor

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7
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Who is suspicious of Macbeth’s sudden rise in power in scene 4?

A

King Duncan

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8
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Who does Lady Macbeth plan to blame for King Duncan’s murder in scene 7?

A

The guards

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9
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What does Macbeth see before he murders King Duncan in scene 7?

A

A floating dagger

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10
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Who discovers King Duncan’s body in scene 7?

A

Macduff

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11
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What does Macbeth do after murdering King Duncan in scene 7?

A

He becomes overwhelmed with guilt and paranoia

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12
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What is the setting of Macbeth in scenes 1 to 7?

A

Scotland

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13
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Who is Macbeth’s wife in the play?

A

Lady Macbeth

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14
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What is Macbeth’s title at the beginning of the play?

A

Thane of Glamis

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15
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What does Lady Macbeth fear about Macbeth in scene 5?

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She fears he is too kind to carry out their plan

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16
Q

Who is declared the Prince of Cumberland in scene 4?

A

Malcolm

17
Q

What does Macbeth do to secure his position in scene 4?

A

He plans to kill King Duncan

18
Q

Who is the first character to speak in scene 1?

A

The first witch

19
Q

Who is the second witch in scene 1?

A

The second witch

20
Q

Who is the third witch in scene 1?

A

The third witch

21
Q

What does Banquo say about the witches in scene 3?

A

He questions their motives and warns Macbeth about trusting them

22
Q

What does Lady Macbeth do to help Macbeth in scene 5?

A

She encourages and manipulates him to go through with their plan

23
Q

Who is killed in scene 7?

A

King Duncan

24
Q

What is Macbeth’s reaction after murdering King Duncan in scene 7?

A

He is filled with guilt and hallucinations

25
Q

What does Macbeth worry about after committing the murder in scene 7?

A

He worries about the consequences and his own safety

26
Q

Who does Macbeth blame for the murder in scene 7?

A

The guards

27
Q

What does Macbeth say he heard after committing the murder in scene 7?

A

Voices crying out ‘Sleep no more!’

28
Q

Who becomes suspicious of Macbeth’s behavior in scene 7?

A

Macduff

29
Q

What does Lady Macbeth advise Macbeth to do in scene 7?

A

She advises him to act natural and not dwell on the murder

30
Q

Who is crowned King of Scotland at the end of scene 7?

A

Macbeth

31
Q

What is the major theme explored in scenes 1 to 7 of Macbeth?

A

Ambition and the corrupting influence of power

32
Q

What is Lady Macbeth’s role in Macbeth’s rise to power in scenes 1 to 7?

A

She plays a crucial role in planning and executing the murder of King Duncan

33
Q

Who is Macbeth’s main rival for power in the play?

A

Macduff

34
Q

What does Macbeth fear the most in his quest for power?

A

Losing his humanity and moral compass

35
Q

What is the turning point in Macbeth’s character in scenes 1 to 7?

A

The murder of King Duncan

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