Shakespearean Tragedy - Macbeth's Ambition and Fate Quiz

Test your knowledge of Shakespeare's Macbeth with these drama quiz questions on ambition, prophecy, and downfall.

#1

In Shakespeare's play 'Macbeth,' what is the primary driving force behind Macbeth's actions?

Guilt
Ambition
Love
Revenge
#2

Who does Macbeth murder in order to fulfill the witches' prophecy?

Duncan
Banquo
Malcolm
Macduff
#3

Which character in Macbeth is known for their ambition and manipulative nature?

Macbeth
Lady Macbeth
Banquo
Macduff
#4

What ultimately leads to Macbeth's downfall?

His ambition
His guilt
Lady Macbeth's death
Banquo's ghost
#5

What prophecy do the witches give to Macbeth at the beginning of the play?

He will become king
He will be defeated in battle
He will marry Lady Macbeth
He will die by his own hand
#6

What does the blood on Macbeth's hands symbolize in the play?

Guilt
Ambition
Pride
Fear
#7

Who delivers the famous 'Out, damned spot!' soliloquy in Macbeth?

Lady Macbeth
Macbeth
The Witches
Banquo
#8

What title is Macbeth given after his victory in battle at the beginning of the play?

King
Duke
Thane of Cawdor
Prince
#9

What is the significance of Birnam Wood in Macbeth's fate?

It is where Macbeth meets the witches
It is the location of Duncan's murder
It fulfills the witches' prophecy
It is where Macbeth is finally defeated
#10

What is Macbeth's tragic flaw?

Ambition
Greed
Fear
Jealousy
#11

What does Macbeth see floating before him before he murders Duncan?

A dagger
A crown
A ghost
A torch
#12

Who kills Macbeth in the final act of the play?

Macduff
Banquo
Malcolm
Lady Macbeth
#13

What is the significance of the number three in Macbeth?

It represents the number of witches
It symbolizes Macbeth's three sons
It is the number of prophecies given to Macbeth
It signifies the three acts of the play
#14

How does Macbeth die in the play?

He is executed by Malcolm
He dies in battle
He takes his own life
He succumbs to illness
#15

What is Macbeth's reaction to Lady Macbeth's death?

He is relieved
He is indifferent
He is overwhelmed with grief
He is enraged

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