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Macduff

maleFirst seen chapter 2Last seen chapter 5

Comments on drink’s effects and investigates Duncan’s murder Macduff is referenced as a potential opponent, and Macbeth plans to send messengers to the witches about him. Flees to England, learns of his family’s murder, and vows revenge Macduff participates in the English campaign and later presents Macbeth’s severed head.

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