19 Best Macbeth Questions and Answers (Q&A) - ProProfs Discuss

N. Kingsley, Writer
Answered: Sep 18, 2018

This quote means that even someone with a good and virtuous nature might give way to a royal command. But my fears cannot make you evil. Angels are nevertheless bright, even though Lucifer, the...Read More

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What is the meaning of this quote, spoken by Macbeth: â€œOf all men else I have avoided thee/But get thee back! My soul is too much charged/With blood of thine alreadyâ€?

L. Sevigny, Doctor
Answered: Sep 11, 2018

Roman fool refers to the Roman empire where politicians or emperors committed suicide to maintain their dignity in death by falling onto their sword for a quick death. While I see lines, the...Read More

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What news does Ross bring to Macduff? Also, describe his full reaction.

A. Daniels, Professor
Answered: Feb 01, 2019

Ross first relayed the message to Lady Macduff regarding her husband. He said that Macduff has left in order to go to England. Lady Macduff did not like this message because, in her opinion, her...Read More

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Can you identify the three evils that Malcolm claims to have and describe the outcome of his conversation with Macduff?

John Smith
Answered: Jan 21, 2025

Greed, lust, and no kingly virtues. Malcolm finally trusts Macduff

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Can you name the three prophecies of the witches and explain how they came to pass?

yazmin
Answered: Nov 25, 2016

Beware the Thane of Fife, Birnam Wood to Dusinane, Macbeth shall not be vanquished by one born of woman. this makes Macbeth believe that no man nor woman can ever harm him, but what the witches...Read More

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What does Macbeth hear a voice saying?

A. Cook, English Professor
Answered: Mar 27, 2019

In William Shakespeare's play The Tragedy of Macbeth, thought to be first performed in the year 1606, Macbeth hears a voice saying that he murdered sleep. The title character Macbeth was a...Read More

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Who does the First Witch say she will deprive of sleep?

Chris Kenway, Content Writer
Answered: Apr 24, 2019

The correct answer to this question is the Sea Captain. Macbeth is a play by Shakespeare, which was first performed in 1606. It tells the story of the effects of political rule. In Macbeth, the...Read More

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Does Remorse ruin lady Macduffs enjoyment of success?

H. Martin, Content Writer
Answered: Feb 01, 2019

Even though Lady Macbeth is expected to be happy, she is not. She felt alienated from her husband even though they generally have a good marriage. Macbeth knows that he is guilty and even when he...Read More

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How does Lady Macbeth get blood on her hands?

John Smith
Answered: Jan 21, 2025

From smearing the daggers with blood

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Does Malcolm become king at the end of the play?

Y. Dawne, Content Blogger
Answered: Feb 07, 2019

The correct answer to this question is TRUE. With his brother Donalbain, Malcolm quickly ascertains the danger of remaining in Scotland and flees the country (Act II, Scene 3). By the time...Read More

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What is riddle-like phrase that seems contradictory?

O. Miller, Content Optimization Executive
Answered: May 10, 2019

“Paradox, an oxymoron.” A paradox is usually composed of a group of statements while oxymoron usually is written of two contradictory terms. A mystery is often a true statement, but...Read More

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Do the assassins succeed in killing Banquo and Fleance?

Blueishh
Answered: Jan 21, 2025

Yes, both kill both of them.

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Who meets up with Macduff and Malcolm while they are in England?

John Smith
Answered: Jan 21, 2025

Ross

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