2. What does the Captain report about the battle to Duncan? He reports that Macbeth has fought bravely and has defeated the enemy.

3. What title is given to Macbeth for bravery in the battle? Thane of Cawdor

4. What happened to the original Thane of Cawdor and why did he lose his title? He was executed because he had betrayed his country (Scotland)

5. How do the witches greet Macbeth after the battle? Greet him as Thane of Glamis, then Thane of Cawdor, then King here after

6. 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”?  That Banquo will be greater in death than Macbeth is in life

7. What news is brought by Ross and Angus? News that Macbeth has gained the title of  Thane of Crowder.

8. What happens that causes Macbeth to recalculate his ease of becoming king? Malcolm becomes the prince of Cumberland

9. What is the significance of Lady Macbeth’s “unsex me” scene? Lady Mcbeth wished she was a man, so she could also have strength similar to how her husband does.

10. What has Lady Macbeth schemed to do to the King? She has planned to have Macbeth murder the king while he is sleeping.

11. Why does the King come to Macbeth’s castle? He comes to celebrate Macbeth's new title.

12. How sure is Lady Macbeth that this plot will succeed?  Very confident.