act 5

• Where does Macbeth feel safe until he learns of the advancing army?

  At his remote castle at Dunsinane
• Why is Malcolm's army carrying branches from Birnam Wood?

  To use them as camouflage for their assault on Macbeth's stronghold
• What condition is Lady Macbeth in as she walks in her sleep?

  She is overwrought and conscience-ridden
• What tragic action does Lady Macbeth take?

  She commits suicide
• How does Macbeth react to the news of Lady Macbeth's death?

  He mourns her death
• Who challenges Macbeth to a duel?

  Macduff
• Why does Macbeth feel confident in his duel with Macduff?

  He believes he cannot be killed
• What significant detail does Macbeth learn about Macduff?

  Macduff is the child of a caesarean birth
• How does the detail about Macduff's birth relate to the witches' prophecy?

  It is a loophole in the prophecy
• What does Macbeth realize about his fate after learning about Macduff's birth?

  He realizes he is doomed
• Who triumphs over Macbeth in the final battle?

  Macduff
• What does Macduff bring back to Malcolm after defeating Macbeth?

  The head of the traitor Macbeth
• What does Malcolm declare after Macbeth's defeat?

  Peace
• Where does Malcolm go to be crowned king?

  To Scone