Macbeth Quiz: 20 Questions
How well do you remember Macbeth? This short quiz checks your knowledge of the main characters, key events and themes from William Shakespeare’s tragedy.
Answer 20 multiple-choice questions about Macbeth’s ambition, Lady Macbeth’s influence, the witches’ prophecies and the consequences of guilt and power.
Who wrote Macbeth?
Where is most of Macbeth set?
Who first gives Macbeth the prophecies?
Which title does Macbeth receive after his victory in battle?
What do the witches predict about Banquo?
Who is king of Scotland at the beginning of the play?
Who pushes Macbeth most strongly toward killing Duncan?
Where is King Duncan murdered?
Who is blamed for Duncan's murder?
Who flees Scotland after Duncan's death?
Whom does Macbeth have murdered because he fears the prophecy about Banquo?
Who escapes from the murderers sent by Macbeth?
Whose ghost appears at Macbeth's banquet?
Who is Lady Macduff?
Which prophecy gives Macbeth false confidence?
When, according to the prophecy, will Macbeth be defeated?
What happens to Lady Macbeth near the end of the play?
Who kills Macbeth?
Why can Macduff kill Macbeth despite the prophecy?
Which theme is central to Macbeth?
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A University of Chicago graduate based in the U.S. with Polish roots. A lifelong book lover drawn to long, immersive stories and worlds worth returning to. Often rereads favorite passages instead of finishing new books and usually has at least one half-finished novel nearby. The Dark Tower remains a constant literary reference point.