Starter quiz

  • Which of the following adjectives would it not be logical to use to describe Macbeth in 'Macbeth'?
    • arrogant
    • ruthless
    • loyal  ✓
  • Which of the following is the correct definition for 'protagonist'?
    • The leading character in a play or novel.  ✓
    • The main villain in a play or novel.
    • A supporting character in a play or novel.
  • In the play 'Macbeth', why did Macbeth believe Macduff would not kill him?
    • He believed he was a stronger warrior than Macduff and could beat him in battle.
    • The witches predicted Fleance would kill him, not Macduff.
    • The prophecies led him to believe he could not be killed by man born of woman.  ✓
  • What word means 'a character's fatal flaw'?
    • 'hamartia' ✓
  • Which of the following happens in the denouement of 'Macbeth'?
    • Macbeth is killed by Macduff during battle.  ✓
    • Macbeth hears the witches prophecies.
    • Macbeth murders Duncan in his sleep.
  • In 'Macbeth', which of the following is an example of Macbeth's arrogance?
    • Lady Macbeth manages to manipulate her husband.
    • Macbeth believes he cannot be killed by Macduff.  ✓
    • Macbeth is awarded the title of Thane of Cawdor.
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