Macbeth

Macbeth

by

William Shakespeare

Macbeth: Act 1, scene 5 Quiz 4 questions

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Why is Lady Macbeth concerned about Macbeth's ability to fulfill the prophecy?
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She believes the prophecy is false
She thinks Macbeth is too kind and honorable
She doubts Macbeth's intelligence
She fears the consequences of their actions
What tactic does Lady Macbeth use to manipulate her husband?
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She appeals to his sense of loyalty to their family
She uses her charm and wit to persuade him
She makes promises of wealth and power
She questions his manhood and courage
After learning that Duncan will spend the night at Inverness, Lady Macbeth makes a request to the spirts. What does that request suggest about her?
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She wishes to become a supernatural being
She is willing to embrace her natural instincts for violence
She thinks she must abandon her femininity to seek power
She is looking for a way to avoid responsibility for her actions
What advice does Lady Macbeth give to Macbeth regarding their plan to murder Duncan?
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To appear innocent while hiding his true intentions
To strike quickly and without hesitation when the time is right
To confront Duncan openly about his desire for the throne
To use his position as a general to stage a military coup