The Macbeths
At the beginning of the play, what title is given to Macbeth for his bravery in the battle?
Thane of Cawdor
What is the name of Macbeth's best friend?
Banquo
Who says 'Lesser than Macbeth, and greater. Not so happy, yet much happier. Thou shalt get kings, though thou be none'?
The Witches
Where does the story of Macbeth take place?
Scotland
True or False? William Shakespeare was college educated.
False
Why is it interesting that Lady Macbeth says the sleeping Duncan looks like her father?
This shows she has somewhat of a conscience...a small, grinchy heart.
What are the names of Duncan's two sons?
Malcolm and Donalbain
Who says, "Will all great Neptune's ocean wash this blood clean from my hand?"
Macbeth
Why do Duncan's sons stay so quiet after they learn of their father's murder?
They are afraid, know they are next, and are making plans to escape.
How many words is Shakespeare credited for adding to the English language?
3,000
What extra step does Lady Macbeth take to make sure the murder plan succeeds?
She puts a drug in the guards' drinks.
Which character tells Duncan about Macbeth's victory on the battlefield at the start of the play?
Bloody Soldier
Who says, "My hands are of your color, but I shame/ To wear a heart so white"?
Lady Macbeth
To avoid the curse, don't say Macbeth in a theatre. Instead, call it .....
That (or The) Scottish Play
Aside from being a playwright, what other title(s) did Shakespeare hold?
Poet. Businessman.
What word does Macbeth chastise himself for being unable to say (during the murder)?
Amen
Which character discovered the murder of Duncan and shouted, "Ring the alarm bells!"
Macduff
Who says, "Yet do I fear nature; It is too full o' th' milk of human kindness to catch the nearest way"?
Lady Macbeth
Why does King Duncan come to Macbeth's castle?
To honor and congratulate Macbeth on his new title.
Name one type of play Shakespeare wrote. Hint: There are three types.
What are TWO of the arguments Macbeth has against killing Duncan?
He is his host, kinsman. He worries about punishment in the afterlife. Everyone loves Duncan. Duncan has rewarded him.
The witches are also known as "The Three ____ _____".
Wierd Sisters
Who says, "If it were done when 'tis done, then 'twere well/ It were done quickly."
Macbeth
Who is believed to have been reading Macbeth before his assassination?
Abraham Lincoln
What was the name of the theatre built by Shakespeare?
The Globe Theatre