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Macbeth's lack of a male heir

Quiz by Oak National Academy: GCSE English AQA

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  • Q1
    Who is the only character to not have an heir at the start of the play?
    King Duncan
    Macbeth
    Macduff
    Banquo
    30s
  • Q2
    A recurring idea in a piece of literature is called a ______?
    Users enter free text
    Type an Answer
    30s
  • Q3
    Which language device does Shakespeare use when Macbeth calls his crown a 'fruitless crown?'
    Sibilance
    Simile
    Metaphor
    30s
  • Q4
    What does 'barren' mean? Select two definitions.
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    Sorting
    30s
  • Q5
    What does 'patriarchy' mean?
    A social system which prioritises the needs of the monarchy.
    A social system is which positions of privilege are predominantly held by men.
    A social system which prioritises the needs of the rich.
    30s
  • Q6
    Why is Macbeth paranoid about Banquo's prophecy? Select the best inference from the answers below.
    Macbeth wants his own son to be king.
    Macbeth is worried Banquo will betray him.
    Macbeth is worried Banquo will betray him to enable his son to become king.
    30s

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