Macbeth Test PART VIII: SHORT
ESSAY QUESTIONS ANSWERED
CORRECTLY!!!
The supernatural plays an important role in Macbeth. To what extent does it motivate
Macbeth's actions? CORRECT ANSWERS The witches are the ones that tell Macbeth
all of these different prophecies that Macbeth take to the extreme. Through these
foretold prophecies, Macbeth acts on these events in very violent ways. He goes to the
extent of murdering anyone who got in his way of achieving the prophecies.
Discuss King Duncan and examine what contribution he makes to the play. CORRECT
ANSWERS Duncan is the role of the leader in the play which is well respected. He
gives respect to Macbeth by honoring him the title of Thane of Cawdor. Due to Duncan
being king, Macbeth later has to kill him in order to achieve one of the prophecies that
told him Macbeth shall be deemed king.
In constructing Macbeth, Shakespeare dramatically altered historical characters to
enhance certain themes. Examine Shakespeare's sources and discuss why he made
these radical changes. CORRECT ANSWERS Shakespeare used the powers of the
supernatural to make the plotline more interesting and eventful. There is a use of
foreshadowing by the witches to keep the reader on their toes and questioning what will
happen next. He also uses personification with one of Lady Macbeth's quotes and says
"Let a crack from hell fill the skies with smoke so heaven cannot see what it is I am
doing"
Is Lady Macbeth more responsible than Macbeth for the murder of King Duncan" Is
Lady Macbeth a more evil character than her husband and, if so, why? CORRECT
ANSWERS Lady Macbeth is equally as responsible for the death of Duncan because
She planned it but Macbeth is the one who executed the plan. Both of the couple are
evil in their own ways but are taken place at separate times.
The sleepwalking scene in Act V is one of the most memorable in all of drama. Relate
this scene to the overall play and examine what makes Lady Macbeth's revelation so
provoking. CORRECT ANSWERS Lady Macbeth sleepwalking is a symbol to the whole
story. This is a symbol because most of the people are walking around while evil is still
inside of them.
Choose two of the minor characters in Macbeth and examine how they contribute to the
play's action. CORRECT ANSWERS The messenger and Fleance present an effect on
the story that would make the story lose its sharpness. The messenger brings huge
information and even informs Lady Macduff that she is about to die right before she
dies. Fleance was the factor that changed the story from staying smooth to rough
waters. This all changed when Fleance escaped from death in the woods with Banquo.
ESSAY QUESTIONS ANSWERED
CORRECTLY!!!
The supernatural plays an important role in Macbeth. To what extent does it motivate
Macbeth's actions? CORRECT ANSWERS The witches are the ones that tell Macbeth
all of these different prophecies that Macbeth take to the extreme. Through these
foretold prophecies, Macbeth acts on these events in very violent ways. He goes to the
extent of murdering anyone who got in his way of achieving the prophecies.
Discuss King Duncan and examine what contribution he makes to the play. CORRECT
ANSWERS Duncan is the role of the leader in the play which is well respected. He
gives respect to Macbeth by honoring him the title of Thane of Cawdor. Due to Duncan
being king, Macbeth later has to kill him in order to achieve one of the prophecies that
told him Macbeth shall be deemed king.
In constructing Macbeth, Shakespeare dramatically altered historical characters to
enhance certain themes. Examine Shakespeare's sources and discuss why he made
these radical changes. CORRECT ANSWERS Shakespeare used the powers of the
supernatural to make the plotline more interesting and eventful. There is a use of
foreshadowing by the witches to keep the reader on their toes and questioning what will
happen next. He also uses personification with one of Lady Macbeth's quotes and says
"Let a crack from hell fill the skies with smoke so heaven cannot see what it is I am
doing"
Is Lady Macbeth more responsible than Macbeth for the murder of King Duncan" Is
Lady Macbeth a more evil character than her husband and, if so, why? CORRECT
ANSWERS Lady Macbeth is equally as responsible for the death of Duncan because
She planned it but Macbeth is the one who executed the plan. Both of the couple are
evil in their own ways but are taken place at separate times.
The sleepwalking scene in Act V is one of the most memorable in all of drama. Relate
this scene to the overall play and examine what makes Lady Macbeth's revelation so
provoking. CORRECT ANSWERS Lady Macbeth sleepwalking is a symbol to the whole
story. This is a symbol because most of the people are walking around while evil is still
inside of them.
Choose two of the minor characters in Macbeth and examine how they contribute to the
play's action. CORRECT ANSWERS The messenger and Fleance present an effect on
the story that would make the story lose its sharpness. The messenger brings huge
information and even informs Lady Macduff that she is about to die right before she
dies. Fleance was the factor that changed the story from staying smooth to rough
waters. This all changed when Fleance escaped from death in the woods with Banquo.
