Hecate comes across as a vindictive spirit, in Act III Scene (v), because _________________________.
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Macbeth - William Shakespeare - ISC Class 12 English Literature Questions with Answers, Page 5
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Show with reference to Act IV Scene (iii) of Macbeth, how Malcolm proves himself to be a steadfast judge of human character.
Write your answer in about 200-250 words.
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What is the significance of the apparitions’ prophecies in Act IV Scene i of the play, Macbeth, for Macbeth’s character development?
- (a)They reinforce Macbeth’s belief in fate and destiny
- (b)They make Macbeth suspicious of people around him
- (c)They demonstrate Macbeth’s ability to control the supernatural forces
- (d)They symbolise Macbeth’s descent into madness
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Why does Shakespeare introduce Young Siward into the play in Act V scene (vii), only to have him swiftly killed?
- (a)To highlight Macbeth’s bravery.
- (b)To symbolise the fleeting nature of youth.
- (c)To characterise Macbeth as ruthless and formidable.
- (d)To create a dramatic interlude in the midst of battle.
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In Act III Scene (ii), Macbeth sounds envious of the dead Duncan because _________________________.
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Ross: That of an hour’s age doth hiss the speaker.
Each minute teems a new one. [Act IV Scene (iii)]
What does Ross mean by “hiss the speaker”?
- (a)Mock the speaker.
- (b)Snarl at the speaker.
- (c)Speak in whispers to the speaker.
- (d)Speak with a low hissing sound.
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Do you think that Malcolm has the kingly qualities that Macbeth lacks?
Justify your answer in 200 - 250 words by referring to the Acts studied.
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In Act V, Lady Macbeth, oblivious to who is around her says, 'Out damned spot', because _________________________.
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In Act V Scene v, what impact does the news of Lady Macbeth’s death have on Macbeth?
(P) He controls his emotions.
(Q) He breaks down into tears.
(R) He becomes philosophical.
(S) He bursts out in anger.
- (a)Only (P) and (S)
- (b)Only (Q) and (R)
- (c)Only (P) and (R)
- (d)Only (R) and (S)
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In Act III Scene vi of the play, Macbeth, Lennox speaks with another Lord about the condition of Scotland under Macbeth’s rule. Which one of the following does their conversation focus on?
- (a)Praises for Macbeth’s leadership
- (b)Fear of Macbeth’s tyranny
- (c)Appreciation of Lady Macbeth
- (d)Prosperity of Scotland
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How does Act V bring about the resolution in the play? Do you sympathise with Macbeth? What are your impressions about him at this point in the play? Give three reasons with supporting evidence from the play for doing so.
Write the answer in about 250 words.
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Macbeth reaches the depths of evil in Act IV Scene ii. Analyse the statement in 200 - 250 words.
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In Act IV Scene (i) of Macbeth, the Second Witch says, “By the pricking of my thumbs”, or “Something wicked this way comes”. What exactly does she imply?
i. Macbeth has always been inherently more evil than the Witches.
ii. Macbeth has acquired kinship with the witches.
iii. Macbeth is now completely controlled by evil.
iv. She recognises the evil in Macbeth.
Which of the above pairs of reasons are correct?
- (a)(i) and (ii)
- (b)(ii) and (iv)
- (c)(i) and (iv)
- (d)(ii) and (iii)
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Complete the following sentences by providing a reason for each in brief. Do not write the question.
In Act IV Scene i of the play, Macbeth, Macbeth gets angry at the witches when they show him the vision of the line of kings because
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The minor characters in the play act as commentators to the events that unfold in Scotland. Discuss the statement in 200 - 250 words with reference to the Acts studied.
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