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Macbeth Act 1 Scene 6 Quiz
Macbeth Act 1 Scene 6 Quiz
What literary device is used when Duncan remarks on the castle’s pleasant air
Foreshadowing
Pun
Dramatic irony
Simile
None
What does the audience know that Duncan does not
The witches protect Duncan
Banquo is a traitor
Macbeth has fled the castle
Lady Macbeth plans his death
None
What dramatic technique is created by Duncan’s trust in Macbeth
Foreshadowing
Satire
Hyperbole
Irony
None
What theme is strongly highlighted by this scene
Order versus chaos
Ambition versus morality
Appearance versus reality
Fate versus free will
None
What impression of Duncan is reinforced in this scene
He is cruel and suspicious
He is trusting and kind-hearted
He is arrogant and proud
He is foolish and angry
None
What bird does Lady Macbeth earlier associate with Duncan’s death
The eagle
The dove
The raven
The owl
None
What atmosphere does this scene create before Duncan enters the castle
Joyful and triumphant
Cold and heartless
Chaotic and violent
Peaceful yet ominous
None
Who comments on the pleasant appearance of Macbeth’s castle
King Duncan
Ross
Banquo
Lennox
None
Where does Act 1 Scene 6 take place
Inside Duncan’s palace at Forres
In the witches’ cave
On a battlefield near Fife
Outside Macbeth’s castle at Inverness
None
Who arrives at Macbeth’s castle in this scene
Ross and Lennox
King Duncan and Banquo
Malcolm and Donalbain
Macbeth and Lady Macbeth
None
What does Banquo notice about the air around the castle
It is cold and foreboding
It is dark and heavy
It is sweet and pleasant
It is filled with thunder
None
What is the martlet symbolic of in Banquo’s speech
Eternal loyalty
Royal lineage
Impending doom
False appearance of goodness
None
What mood closes the scene
Triumphant and hopeful
Peaceful but foreboding
Gloomy and regretful
Fearful and chaotic
None
What is Lady Macbeth secretly plotting as she welcomes Duncan
His forgiveness
His murder
His arrest
His coronation
None
What does this scene primarily serve to do
Resolve Macbeth’s ambition
Introduce the witches’ prophecy
Reveal Banquo’s betrayal
Contrast innocence with hidden evil
None
How does Duncan describe Lady Macbeth’s hospitality
Cold and distant
Forced and fearful
Casual and indifferent
Warm and generous
None
What tone does Duncan’s speech carry as he arrives
Harsh and commanding
Gracious and trusting
Suspicious and guarded
Melancholic and weary
None
What does Duncan say about Macbeth in this scene
He regrets giving him new titles
He fears his growing ambition
He doubts his loyalty to Scotland
He loves and trusts him completely
None
What does Duncan refer to Macbeth’s castle as
A pleasant seat
A noble refuge
A house of valor
A fortress of loyalty
None
Who greets Duncan upon his arrival
Banquo
Macbeth
Lady Macbeth
Ross
None
What does Lady Macbeth promise Duncan
To prepare his army
To protect his sons
To serve him loyally
To reward his soldiers
None
What is ironic about Duncan’s praise of Inverness
He will be murdered there
He plans to exile Macbeth
He suspects treason within it
He owns the castle himself
None
How does Lady Macbeth address Duncan
With open hostility
With confusion and fear
With exaggerated honor and loyalty
With cold indifference
None
What is the contrast between Duncan’s perception and reality
He sees beauty where danger hides
He knows of Macbeth’s deceit
He suspects the witches’ prophecy
He feels fear despite safety
None
What does Duncan plan to do during his stay
Crown Macbeth as king
Spend the night at Inverness
Appoint Banquo as Thane
Return to Forres immediately
None
What birds does Banquo mention while admiring the castle
Crows
Martlets
Ravens
Owls
None
What natural imagery reinforces Duncan’s mistaken trust
The howling wind
The stormy skies
The calm and pleasant weather
The darkness of night
None
What does Duncan call Lady Macbeth during their greeting
Stern and silent lady
Strong and ambitious queen
Gentle and timid woman
Fair and noble hostess
None
How does Lady Macbeth hide her intentions
By acting gracious and loyal
By confessing to Banquo
By feigning sickness
By avoiding Duncan entirely
None
What emotion does Lady Macbeth display when welcoming Duncan
Nervous guilt and fear
Warm courtesy masking deceit
Anger and frustration
Joyful sincerity
None
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