MACBETH MCQS ACT 3 SCENE 1

1.What does Banquo suspect about Macbeth in the opening lines of the scene?
A. That he achieved the throne through foul means
B. That he is planning to flee Scotland
C. That he is plotting against Duncan's sons
D. That he will not fulfill the witches' prophecy

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2. What does Banquo reflect upon regarding the witches’ prophecy?

A. His own future as king
B. The possibility that his descendants will inherit the throne
C. The downfall of Macbeth
D. The witches’ deceitful nature

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3. Where does this scene take place?

A. Inverness
B. Forres, in Macbeth's palace
C. Dunsinane Hill
D. On a heath

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4. How does Macbeth manipulate the murderers into killing Banquo?

A. By offering them gold and land
B. By convincing them that Banquo is their enemy
C. By threatening their lives if they refuse
D. By promising them a place in his court

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5. What reason does Macbeth give for not killing Banquo himself?
A. He fears public backlash due to their mutual friends
B. He believes Banquo is too powerful to confront directly
C. He wants to avoid suspicion from Lady Macbeth
D. He is afraid of Banquo’s ghost

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6. What theme is highlighted by Macbeth’s fear of Banquo and his descendants?

A. Ambition and its consequences
B. Fate versus free will
C. The corrupting power of unchecked desire
D. Loyalty and betrayal

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7. How does Macbeth’s soliloquy reveal his state of mind?
A. He is calm and confident in his actions
B. He is paranoid and consumed by fear of losing power
C. He feels remorse for Duncan’s murder
D. He is indifferent to Banquo’s prophecy

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8. Which literary device is used when Macbeth refers to his crown as “fruitless”?
A. Simile
B. Metaphor
C. Alliteration
D. Hyperbole

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9. What does the phrase “filed my mind” signify in Macbeth’s soliloquy?

A. Cleared his conscience through reflection
B. Corrupted his soul through murder and ambition
C. Organized his thoughts for future plans
D. Strengthened his resolve against Banquo

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10. Why does Macbeth insist that Fleance must also be killed?
A. To ensure no heirs remain from Banquo’s line to challenge him
B. To punish Banquo for disloyalty
C. To fulfill the witches’ prophecy completely
D. To prevent Fleance from seeking revenge

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11. Why does Banquo decide to leave the palace before dinner?
A. To meet with Duncan’s sons secretly in England
B. To go horseback riding with Fleance before nightfall
C. To avoid confrontation with Macbeth over suspicions of treachery
D. To prepare for a journey to Ireland

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12. How does Macbeth appeal to the murderers’ sense of masculinity?

A. By questioning their courage and manhood if they refuse to act
B. By promising them wealth and power as rewards
C. By comparing them to noble warriors like himself
D. By mocking their inability to take revenge on their enemies

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13. What motivates the murderers to agree to kill Banquo?

A: Their loyalty to Macbeth
B: Their poverty and desperation
C: Their hatred for Fleance
D: Their belief in the witches’ prophecy
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14. How does Macbeth justify hiring assassins instead of acting himself?
A. He believes it will be less suspicious
B. He is too afraid to confront Banquo alone
C. He wants to maintain an image of a benevolent ruler
D. He thinks it will make him appear innocent

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15. What does Macbeth mean when he says, “To be thus is nothing”?
A. To be king without power is meaningless
B. To be a ruler without allies is futile
C. To be alive without ambition is worthless
D. To be in a position of authority without respect is empty

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16. How does the relationship between Macbeth and Lady Macbeth evolve in this scene?
A. They grow closer as they plot together
B. Macbeth begins to act independently, distancing himself from her
C. Their trust in each other strengthens
D. They argue about the morality of their actions

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17. What motif is prevalent in Macbeth's discussion with the murderers?

A. The supernatural
B. Blood and guilt
C. Darkness and light
D. Fate and free will

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18. Which theme does the scene primarily explore regarding ambition?
A. The inevitability of fate
B. The destructive nature of unchecked ambition
C. The importance of loyalty and friendship
D. The power of love over ambition

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19. How does the imagery of darkness serve the scene's themes?
A. It symbolizes hope for the future
B. It represents the moral decay and evil actions being planned
C. It highlights the beauty of nature in contrast to evil deeds
D. It suggests that Macbeth is losing his sanity

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20. What literary device is used when Macbeth refers to Banquo as a “snake”?
A. Irony
B. Personification
C. Symbolism
D. Metaphor

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21. In what way does the scene foreshadow future events?

A. By revealing Macbeth’s intentions to kill Banquo and Fleance
B. By showing Banquo’s growing suspicions about Macbeth
C. By hinting at Lady Macbeth’s eventual madness
D. By introducing new characters who will influence the plot

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22. What does the term "tempest-tossed" symbolize in the context of Macbeth?
A. A person enjoying a peaceful life
B. Someone experiencing turmoil and chaos
C. A character who is calm and collected
D. A ruler in control of their kingdom

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23: What does Macbeth's plan to kill Banquo reveal about his character?​
A: He is becoming more ruthless and paranoid​
B: He is still deeply conflicted about his actions​
C: He values friendship over ambition​
D: He seeks redemption for his past crimes

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24: How do the murderers view Banquo at the beginning of their conversation with Macbeth?​
A: As a friend who needs protection​
B: As a powerful enemy who must be eliminated​
C: As an innocent man who has done them no wrong​
D: As a rival who deserves respect

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25: What role does manipulation play in Macbeth’s interaction with the murderers?​
A: He uses flattery to gain their trust​
B: He appeals to their grievances against Banquo​
C: He threatens them into submission​
D: He offers them a chance for redemption

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26: What does the “crown” symbolize in this scene?​

A: Power and legitimacy​
B: Guilt and paranoia​
C: Friendship and loyalty​
D: Fate and destiny
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27: How does darkness function symbolically in this scene?​

A: It represents hope for change​
B: It signifies evil deeds and hidden intentions​
C: It highlights the beauty of nature​
D: It suggests clarity of thought

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28: What internal conflict does Macbeth face in this scene?​

A: His desire for power versus his fear of losing it​
B: His loyalty to Banquo versus his ambition​
C: His love for Lady Macbeth versus his guilt​
D: His respect for Duncan versus his hatred for him

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29: How does Macbeth’s plan create external conflict?​

A: It sets him against Banquo and Fleance​
B: It causes tension between him and Lady Macbeth​
C: It leads to a confrontation with Duncan’s supporters​
D: It creates distrust among his allies

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30: What critical decision does Macbeth make by the end of this scene?​
A: To seek counsel from Lady Macbeth about Banquo​
B: To confront Banquo directly before taking action​
C: To have Banquo murdered along with Fleance​
D: To abandon his plans for further violence

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31: How does this scene set up the climax of the play?​
A: By establishing Macbeth’s descent into tyranny​
B: By highlighting the consequences of ambition on relationships​
C: By foreshadowing the eventual downfall of both Macbeth and Lady Macbeth​
D: All of the above

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32: What does Banquo’s reluctance to attend the banquet indicate about his relationship with Macbeth?​
A: Trust has been completely eroded​
B: There are still signs of friendship​
C: He feels guilty for not supporting Macbeth​
D: He is unaware of any danger

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33: How do Lady Macbeth's feelings towards her husband begin to change in this act?​
A: She becomes more supportive​
B: She grows suspicious and concerned​
C: She feels indifferent towards him​
D: She starts plotting against him

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34: What are the potential consequences of Macbeth's decision to kill Banquo?​
A: Strengthening his rule over Scotland​
B: Further descent into madness​
C: Alienation from Lady Macbeth​
D: All of the above

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35: How might Banquo's murder affect public perception of Macbeth?​

A: It will solidify his power as king​
B: It may lead to rebellion against him​
C: It will increase loyalty among nobles​
D: It will have no significant impact

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36. What does the term "weird women" refer to in Macbeth?

A. The three witches
B. Banquo's daughters
C. Lady Macbeth
D. The Fates

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37. In the context of Banquo's thoughts, what does "played’st most foully" imply about Macbeth?
A. He acted honorably
B. He achieved his goals through treachery
C. He was favored by fate
D. He is a loyal friend

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38. The word "posterity" refers to:

A. The past generations
B. Future generations or descendants
C. Current rulers
D. Historical events

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39. What do the "oracles" signify in Banquo’s reflections?

A. Lies and deceit
B. Prophecies or divine revelations
C. Historical records4
D. Common beliefs

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40. When Banquo says "Hush, no more," he is indicating:

A. That he wants to continue discussing the witches
B. A desire to stop thinking about the prophecy out of caution
C. His excitement about the future
D. His trust in Macbeth

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41. What does "master of his time" imply about Macbeth's control?
A. He is overwhelmed with responsibilities
B. He has complete control over his schedule and actions
C. He is losing power rapidly
D. He is distracted by personal issues

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42. The term "sirrah" is used to address:

A. A nobleman
B. A servant or someone of lower rank
C. A king
D. A friend

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43. When Macbeth instructs to "attend those men," he is referring to:

A. His loyal subjects
B. The murderers waiting outside
C. Banquo and Fleance
D. His guards

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44. What do "rancors" signify in Macbeth's soliloquy?

A. Joy and happiness
B. Bitterness or resentment
C. Friendship and loyalty
D. Peace and tranquility

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45. The phrase "fruitless crown" symbolizes:

A. Wealth and prosperity
B. Kingship without heirs or legacy
C. Power gained through honesty
D. Friendship among kings

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46. What does “barren scepter” symbolize in Macbeth’s thoughts?​

A: Authority without respect​
B: Power without continuation or lineage
C: Wealth without happiness​
D: Friendship without loyalty

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47: When Macbeth says he has “filed my mind,” he means:​

A: Cleared his thoughts of guilt​
B: Corrupted his thoughts with ambition​
C: Strengthened his resolve​
D: Organized his plans for the future

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48: The term “vizards” refers to:​

A: Masks or disguises
B: Truths revealed​
C: Enemies of the state​
D: Friends in disguise

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49: In the phrase “champion me to th’ utterance,” what does “utterance” mean?​
A: To speak loudly​
B: To fight until death or conclusion​
C: To declare a victory​
D: To give up fighting

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50: What do “gory locks” symbolize when mentioned later in the play?​
A: Innocence lost​
B: Guilt and fear of consequences​
C: Victory in battle​
D: Friendship and loyalty

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