Macduff's Influence On Macbeth

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Fate can be determined by the actions and decisions that one may make that influence not only the individual, but others around them. The three witches, Lady Macbeth, and Macduff all played a crucial role in determining the fate of Macbeth. Each of these three contributed a small part in the demise of the King of Scotland. The Three witches planted a plot within Macbeth’s mind by revealing his prophecy in order to get him to carry out the task of murder. Lady Macbeth also uses persuasion and ridicule to influence the murderous actions of Macbeth. Macduff however, influences Macbeth by staying strong in his motives even with the unfortunate loss of his family seems to much to bear. The influence brought upon by others does not only alter

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