#1
What motivates Macbeth to commit regicide?
His desire for power
His loyalty to King Duncan
Lady Macbeth's persuasion
His fear of Banquo
#2
Who is the first character to suspect Macbeth's treachery?
Banquo
Malcolm
Macduff
Duncan
#3
Which character says the famous line, 'Out, damn'd spot! Out, I say!'?
Lady Macbeth
Macbeth
Banquo
Macduff
#4
Who becomes king at the end of the play?
Malcolm
Macbeth's son
Macduff
Banquo
#5
Who is the rightful heir to the throne of Scotland at the beginning of the play?
Macbeth
Duncan
Malcolm
Macduff
#6
What does Macbeth see floating before him before he murders Duncan?
A dagger
A crown
A ghost
A skull
#7
Which character ultimately kills Macbeth?
Macduff
Banquo
Malcolm
Lady Macbeth
#8
What is the role of Lady Macbeth in Macbeth's ambition?
She supports and encourages it
She tries to dissuade him
She remains indifferent
She becomes ambitious herself
#9
What prophecy do the witches give Macbeth that leads to his downfall?
He will become Thane of Cawdor
He will become King of Scotland
He will be defeated by Macduff
He will have no heirs
#10
How does Lady Macbeth convince Macbeth to kill Duncan?
By threatening to leave him
By appealing to his sense of duty
By calling him a coward
By promising him power and status
#11
What is the thematic significance of the witches in Macbeth?
They symbolize ambition
They represent fate and the supernatural
They embody loyalty
They signify deceit
#12
What is the significance of Birnam Wood in the play?
It is where Duncan's murder takes place
It is the site of Macbeth's castle
It is a symbol of Macbeth's downfall
It is where Malcolm's army hides
#13
How does Macbeth's character change throughout the play?
He becomes more virtuous
He remains unchanged
He descends into tyranny and madness
He becomes a wise ruler
#14
What is the significance of the blood motif in Macbeth?
It symbolizes guilt and remorse
It represents innocence
It signifies purity
It foreshadows victory
#15
What is the thematic significance of sleep in 'Macbeth'?
It symbolizes guilt and conscience
It represents power and ambition
It signifies loyalty and honor
It foreshadows betrayal