"The character of Macduff becomes more important as the play progresses. He shows himself to be a shrewd and honourable man, perhaps too honourable for his own good."
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"It is Macduff's knocking on the gate that starts the downfall of Macbeth after the murder of Duncan, and apart from Banquo, he is the first one to be suspicious of Macbeth."
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"However, he is too trusting when he flees the country, leaving his family behind."
"His honour and loyalty are clearly shown in his long scene with Malcolm, and his anguish at hearing of the death of his family is touching indeed."
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"Like Banquo, Macduff serves as a contrast with the character of Macbeth, emerging as the character of Banquo vanishes from the play."
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"Both men serve to remind us of the desirable characteristics of honour and loyalty."
