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Macbeth's Act 1 Intrigues and Characters Quiz

#1

Who is the main character in Macbeth?

Macbeth
Explanation

Main protagonist

#2

Who is the king of Scotland at the beginning of Macbeth?

Duncan
Explanation

Initial king

#3

What do the witches vanish into after delivering their prophecies to Macbeth?

The air
Explanation

Mysterious disappearance

#4

Which title does Macbeth receive after his victory in the battle in Act 1?

Thane of Cawdor
Explanation

Newly bestowed title

#5

Who is the king of Norway in Act 1?

Sweno
Explanation

Norwegian king's identity

#6

What is Macbeth's initial reaction to the witches' prophecies in Act 1, Scene 3?

Confused
Explanation

Emotionally perplexed

#7

What prophecy do the witches give to Macbeth in Act 1?

He will be king hereafter
Explanation

Foretelling of kingship

#8

Who is named the Thane of Cawdor in Act 1?

Macbeth
Explanation

Macbeth's new title

#9

What is the setting (time and place) of Macbeth's Act 1?

Medieval Scotland
Explanation

Historical context

#10

How does Lady Macbeth plan to assist Macbeth in fulfilling the prophecies?

By manipulating his thoughts
Explanation

Psychological manipulation

#11

What is the initial reaction of Macbeth and Banquo to the witches' prophecies?

Excitement
Explanation

Initial emotional response

#12

What is the name of Macbeth's castle in Act 1?

Inverness
Explanation

Location identifier

#13

Who is the character that reports the news of Macbeth's victory in battle to Duncan?

Ross
Explanation

Messenger of victory

#14

What does Lady Macbeth ask the spirits to do for her in Act 1?

Give her strength and cruelty
Explanation

Request for strength and resolve

#15

Who first mentions the prophecies to Macbeth in Act 1?

Banquo
Explanation

Banquo's disclosure

#16

What is the significance of the line 'Fair is foul, and foul is fair' in Act 1?

It introduces the theme of deception
Explanation

Introduction of deceit motif

#17

Who is the father of the murdered family in Act 1, Scene 3?

Macduff
Explanation

Victim's identity

#18

Who does Macbeth express concern about as a potential threat to his ambition?

Banquo
Explanation

Rival character

#19

What is the significance of the bloody hands motif in Act 1?

Symbolizes Macbeth's guilt
Explanation

Representation of guilt

#20

In Act 1, Scene 5, what does Lady Macbeth fear about her husband's nature?

His weakness
Explanation

Concern over vulnerability

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