Macbeth: Act 2 Scene 1 - Summary

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Who is involved in this scene?

Duncan, Macbeth, Banquo, Fleance and Dagger
Macbeth, Banquo, Fleance, a Servant
Macbeth, Lady Macbeth, Banquo, Fleance, a Servant
Macbeth, Lady Macbeth, Banquo, Fleance, Duncan, a Servant
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Why is the ringing of the bell significant?

It's Lady Macbeth's signal that it's time for Macbeth to grab the ghost dagger and kill Duncan
It's Lady Macbeth's signal that something's gone wrong and it's time to retreat
It's Lady Macbeth's signal that Duncan's guards have been killed by Lady Macbeth and all that remains is for Macbeth to kill Duncan
It's Lady Macbeth's signal that it's time for Macbeth to take action
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What is the name of Banquo’s son?

Fleance
Alistair
Baird
Gavan
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What unnatural event does Macbeth experience before he kills Duncan?

He sees a bloody rock floating in front of him.
He sees a bloody dagger floating in front of him.
He sees a bloody staff floating in front of him.
He sees a bloody axe floating in front of him.
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Why does Banquo have trouble sleeping?

He had nightmares about the Macbeth
He has sleep paralysis
He has back pain
He had nightmares about the witches
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