Macbeth Questions with correct answers

What are the witches planning at the beginning of the act? CORRECT ANSWER-they are planning on meeting with Macbeth. What does the Captain report about the battle to Duncan? CORRECT ANSWER-He reports that Macbeth has fought bravely and has defeated the enemy. What title is given to Macbeth for bravery in the battle? CORRECT ANSWER-Thane of Cawdor. What happened to the original Thane of Cawdor and why did he lose his title? CORRECT ANSWER-He was executed because he had betrayed his country. How do the witches greet Macbeth after the battle? CORRECT ANSWER-They greet him as Thane of Glamis, Thane of Cawdor, and as future King. What do the witches mean when they say, 'Lesser than Macbeth, and greater. Not so happy, yet much happier. Thou shalt get kings, though thou be none'? CORRECT ANSWER-They mean that Banquo will be greater in death than Macbeth is in life. What news is brought by Ross and Angus? CORRECT ANSWER-News that Macbeth has gained the title of Thane of Cawdor. What happens that causes Macbeth to recalculate his ease of becoming king? CORRECT ANSWER-Malcolm becomes the Prince of Cumberland.