Macbeth

**Quiz Question — *Macbeth* by William Shakespeare** At the start of the play, what title does King Duncan give to Macbeth in recognition of his courage in battle? - A) Prince of Cumberland - B) Thane of Glamis - C) Thane of Cawdor - D) Earl of Ross **Correct Answer: C) Thane of Cawdor** *Explanation: King Duncan grants Macbeth the title of Thane of Cawdor after the previous thane is declared a traitor. This honor, which aligns with the witches' first prophecy, begins to ignite Macbeth's ambition.*

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**Quiz Question — *Macbeth* by William Shakespeare** At the start of the play, which title does King Duncan give to Macbeth as a reward for his bravery in battle? A) Thane of Glamis B) Thane of Cawdor C) Prince of Cumberland D) Earl of Ross **Correct Answer: B) Thane of Cawdor** *Explanation: King Duncan grants Macbeth the title of Thane of Cawdor after the former titleholder is executed for treason. This honor, along with the witches' prophecy predicting that he would become Thane of Cawdor, ignites Macbeth's ambition for the throne.*

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**Quiz Question: *Macbeth* by William Shakespeare** What do the Three Witches foretell about Banquo in their prophecies at the start of *Macbeth*? A) That he will become King of Scotland B) That he will be greater than Macbeth but not as content, and that his children will be kings C) That Macbeth will kill him before the play ends D) That he will betray Macbeth and seize the throne **Correct Answer: B** *Explanation: In Act I, Scene 3, the witches tell Banquo that he is "lesser than Macbeth, and greater," "not so happy, yet much happier," and that he shall "get kings, though thou be none." This prophecy hints at Banquo's murder and the later appearance of his ghost, as well as Macbeth's growing paranoia about Banquo's descendants.*

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