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Macbeth Act 5 Scene 6 Quiz
Macbeth Act 5 Scene 6 Quiz
How does Malcolm respond to Siward’s request
He orders Macduff to lead instead
He delays the attack
He refuses the offer
He grants it willingly
None
What sound marks the beginning of battle
A trumpet
A drum
A horn
A cannon
None
What does Malcolm say their cry should do
Confuse Macbeth’s soldiers
Echo through Dunsinane
Summon Banquo’s ghost
Reach Birnam Wood
None
What theme is reinforced by this scene
The fulfillment of fate and prophecy
The strength of family
The corruption of love
The deceit of ambition
None
What emotion does Malcolm express as the scene ends
Grief for his father
Fear of Macbeth’s magic
Pity for Lady Macbeth
Confidence in victory
None
What does the throwing down of branches symbolize
The death of Lady Macbeth
The end of the witches’ power
The beginning of open conflict
The retreat of the English
None
What are the soldiers holding before Malcolm’s command
Shields painted black
Branches from Birnam Wood
Torches and swords
Banners of England
None
How many lines approximately make up this scene
Around eight
Around thirty
Around fifty
Around twenty
None
How does Malcolm’s leadership contrast with Macbeth’s
Cruel and vengeful versus merciful and kind
Calm and ordered versus desperate and chaotic
Weak and uncertain versus bold and fearless
Proud and boastful versus humble and cautious
None
What kind of scene is Act 5 Scene 6 in dramatic structure
A brief military transition scene
The climax of the play
The resolution of the tragedy
The exposition of conflict
None
What does Siward represent in this scene
Military courage and loyalty
Wisdom and prophecy
Fear and superstition
Betrayal and deceit
None
What does the trumpet signify in this scene
Lady Macbeth’s death
Macbeth’s surrender
The beginning of battle
The witches’ arrival
None
How does Malcolm signal the moral turning point of the play
By ordering the witches’ capture
By surrendering to Macbeth
By forgiving Lady Macbeth
By leading the army with honor
None
What does Malcolm’s speech reveal about his character
He is cruel and manipulative
He is organized and authoritative
He is indecisive and fearful
He is dependent on Siward
None
What atmosphere dominates the end of this scene
Peace and resolution
Preparation and readiness for battle
Mourning and sorrow
Mystery and confusion
None
What mood dominates the English army
Despair and doubt
Panic and exhaustion
Eager anticipation of victory
Reckless overconfidence
None
What important prophecy from the witches is visually realized here
Macbeth’s invincibility in battle
None of woman born harming Macbeth
Birnam Wood moving to Dunsinane
Banquo’s sons becoming kings
None
What does Malcolm instruct his soldiers to do first
Set fire to the castle
Retreat to the forest
Sing a victory song
Throw down their camouflage branches
None
What does the army’s movement toward Dunsinane symbolize
The downfall of England
The loss of faith in Malcolm
The destruction of prophecy
The restoration of order in Scotland
None
What is the tone of this short scene
Fearful and hesitant
Sad and reflective
Determined and confident
Joyful and carefree
None
Who does Malcolm entrust with leading the vanguard
Lennox
Macduff
Ross
Siward
None
What does Malcolm’s command to “show like those you are” mean
Hide behind their shields
Reveal themselves as soldiers
Pretend to be invisible
Disguise themselves as Macbeth’s men
None
What does Siward ask permission to do
Return to England
Burn Birnam Wood
Lead the first assault
Guard Malcolm’s tent
None
What does Malcolm say will be their signal to attack
The trumpet call
The sound of drums
A torch in the tower
A cry from Macduff
None
Who is described as the “flower of our youth”
Malcolm
Ross
Macduff
Young Siward
None
Where does Act 5 Scene 6 take place
At Birnam Wood
Inside Macbeth’s chamber
In England
Near the walls of Dunsinane Castle
None
What literary device is reflected in the fulfillment of the moving forest prophecy
Dramatic irony
Pun
Foreshadowing
Hyperbole
None
What does Malcolm order once they reach Dunsinane
Send a messenger to Macbeth
Lay down the branches and show their numbers
Storm the gates immediately
Wait until nightfall
None
Who leads the army in this scene
Siward
Ross
Malcolm
Macduff
None
Who is with Malcolm as the scene begins
The witches
Lady Macbeth and Seyton
Siward and Macduff
Ross and Lennox
None
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