macbeth flashcards

(33 cards)

1
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Who is Macbeth?

A

A Scottish general whose ambition leads him to murder King Duncan.

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Define Lady Macbeth.

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Macbeth’s ambitious wife who encourages him to commit regicide.

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True or false: Banquo is Macbeth’s friend and fellow soldier.

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TRUE

Banquo’s descendants are prophesied to inherit the throne.

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4
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What do the Witches represent?

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They symbolize fate and the dark forces influencing Macbeth’s actions.

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5
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Fill in the blank: Duncan is the King of _______.

A

Scotland

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Who is Macduff?

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A nobleman who opposes Macbeth and ultimately kills him.

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Define Malcolm.

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Duncan’s son who flees to England after his father’s murder.

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True or false: Lady Macbeth goes mad from guilt.

A

TRUE

She is haunted by her role in Duncan’s murder.

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What is the role of Fleance?

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Banquo’s son who escapes the murderers sent by Macbeth.

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10
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Fill in the blank: Hecate is the goddess of _______.

A

witchcraft

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11
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Who is Ross?

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A Scottish nobleman who serves as a messenger and commentator.

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12
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Define Porter.

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The gatekeeper of Macbeth’s castle, providing comic relief.

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True or false: Lady Macbeth initially shows remorse for her actions.

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FALSE

She initially pushes Macbeth to commit murder without hesitation.

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14
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What is Banquo’s Ghost?

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A manifestation of Macbeth’s guilt appearing at the banquet.

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Fill in the blank: The Three Witches chant ‘Fair is foul, and foul is ______.’

A

fair

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16
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Who is Siward?

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An English general who aids Malcolm in overthrowing Macbeth.

17
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Define Lady Macduff.

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Macduff’s wife, who is murdered along with her children.

18
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True or false: Macbeth is a tragic hero.

A

TRUE

His downfall is due to ambition and moral corruption.

19
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What do the prophecies tell Macbeth?

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He will become king, but Banquo’s descendants will inherit.

20
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Fill in the blank: Macbeth is driven by _______ and ambition.

21
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Who is The Ghost of Banquo?

A

A vision that haunts Macbeth, symbolizing his guilt.

22
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Define The Weird Sisters.

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Another name for the three witches who predict Macbeth’s fate.

23
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True or false: Macbeth kills Duncan in battle.

A

FALSE

Macbeth murders Duncan in his sleep, not in battle.

24
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What is the significance of blood in the play?

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It symbolizes guilt and the consequences of violence.

25
Fill in the blank: **Macbeth** becomes king through _______.
murder
26
Who is **Young Siward**?
Siward's son, killed by Macbeth in battle.
27
Define **The Dagger Scene**.
A pivotal moment where Macbeth hallucinates a dagger leading him to Duncan.
28
True or false: **The play** ends with Macbeth's victory.
FALSE ## Footnote Macbeth is ultimately defeated by Macduff.
29
What does **Lady Macbeth** sleepwalking symbolize?
Her overwhelming guilt and descent into madness.
30
Fill in the blank: **The crown** symbolizes _______.
power
31
Who is **The Messenger**?
A character who delivers news and foreshadows events.
32
Define **The Tragedy of Macbeth**.
A play exploring ambition, guilt, and the supernatural.
33
True or false: **Macbeth** is based on a true story.
TRUE ## Footnote The play is inspired by historical figures and events.