Macbeth Act 1 Test Questions and Correct Answers

Macbeth Act 1 Test Questions and Correct Answers What is the atmosphere of the witches in the first scene? - ANSWER Dark, scary, and omnious. What are the witches plans? - ANSWER To mess with Macbeth. What is the nature of the war when Scotland is involved? - ANSWER Frieghtning to the people lead by the thane of Cawdor. What reward is given to Macbeth for his role in the war? - ANSWER Thane of Quarter. What predictions are made for Macbeth? - ANSWER That he will be Thane of Glam, Thane of Quarter, and King. What predictions are made for Banquo? - ANSWER Less than Macbeth and greater, not so happy yet happier. How are Macbeth and Banquo reacting differently to the predictions? - ANSWER Banquo thinks the witches are crazy. What is foil? - ANSWER An opposite character. Who is the foil for Macbeth? - ANSWER Banquo. How does King Duncan feel towards Macbeth and Banquo? - ANSWER He thinks Macbeth is a brave fighter, he respects them. How does Macbeth feel about Duncan? - ANSWER He likes Duncan. When Lady Macbeth hears of the witches predictions in the letter, what are her thoughts? - ANSWER That they will come true. What is ironic about the speeches that Duncan and Banquo make as they approach Macbeth's castle? - ANSWER Full gratitude and kindness. (There's a murder plan)