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Macbeth Character Summary
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- 1Banquo Brave, Noble general. Kids involved in prophecy. Will inherit throne. Represents path Macbeth chose not to take (he chose murder). Therefore, it is Banquo's ghost that haunts Macbeth . Depicted as his rival.Banquo
Character summary - 2King Duncan Good king of Scotland who Macbeth murders. His death symbolises the destruction of an order in Scotland that can only be fulfilled when Duncan's family are on the throneKing Duncan
Character summary - 3Macduff Scottish Nobleman, against Macbeth ruling from the start and Plans to overthrow him. Wants vengeance as Macbeth kills his wife and son. Discovers Duncan's ' body. Christ-like figure.Macduff
Character summary - 4The Three Witches Plot mischief against Macbeth using spells and charms. Prompt Macbeth to murder Duncan. Servants of Hecate. Mostly speak in blank verse.The Three Witches
Character summary - 5Lady Macbeth Ambitious and obsessed with power. Appears to become stronger than Macbeth and makes him kill King Duncan, she manipulates him throughout the play. Macbeth and her are shown to be deeply in love.Lady Macbeth
Character summary - 6Macbeth Scottish general and Thane of Glamis. Lead to wicked thoughts by the witched and his wife. He is a brave soldier but easily persuaded. Macbeth is not comfortable in killing.Macbeth
Character summary - 7Malcolm Son of Duncan. His return to the throne represents order after Macbeths reign. Becomes a serious challenge to Macbeth and embodies all that is good in kingship.Malcolm
Character summary - 8Hecate- Goddess of witchcraft, helps the three witches. Fleance- Banquo's son, survives Macbeth's murder attempt Lady Macduff- Macduff's wife, her home contrasts Lady Macbeth's hellish home.Other Characters
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