History
During which century was Scotland described as being "violent and troubled?"
The 11th century.
Macbeth was written for this king, who also sponsored many of Shakespeare's plays.
King James.
Shakespeare was a playwright, not an _____.
historian.
Where was King James greeted by witches?
Oxford.
"Witch-mania" was popular during which era of England? (Hint: it begins with an "E").
The Elizabethan era.
How were Queen Elizabeth and King James related?
They were distant cousins.
What type of poems did Shakespeare write?
Sonnets.
Name three "diabolical" powers witches were believed to have.
predicting the future; causing fog; bringing on night during day; killing animals; cursing enemies; causing nightmares; raising evil spirits.
Another name for a Scottish war-lord.
Thane.
What was the name of the King that Macbeth killed?
King Duncan.
What was the name of Shakespeare's wife? (Hint: she shares the same name as a famous actress).
Anne Hathaway.
What piece of physical evidence was believed that all witches had?
The Devil's Mark.
What was the name of the plot intended to assassinate King James?
The Gunpowder Plot of 1605.
King James was known as ______________ in Scotland and _______________ in England.
King James VI; King James I.
In what year did Shakespeare die?
1616.
Why did women who were accused of witchcraft often confessed their guilt?
They were tortured.
When did Queen Elizabeth I of England die?
1603
Who is the true, rightful heir to the Scottish throne after King Duncan's death?
King Duncan's son, Malcolm.
Sonnets are made up of three _________ (groups of four lines) and one _________ (group of two lines).
Stanzas; couplet.
What is the name that the three witches in Macbeth go by?
The Weird Sisters.