1. Duncan

2. Macbeth

3. Banquo

4. Macdonwald

5. Thane of Cawdor

6. Takes advantage of Macdonwald’s rebellion and sends troops to attack Scotland.
Is killed by Macbeth
Betrays King Duncan
The death of this character shows Macbeth is a cruel and brutal person.
A general in King Duncan’s army.
Assists Macbeth’s army.
A good friend of Macbeth

7. Protagonist
a general in Duncan’s army
Thane of Glamis (a low ranking lord) (thane = lord)
King of Scotland
promotes Macbeth. Gives him the title Thane of Cawdor after Macbeth wins two tough battles against the rebels.
Leads an army to attack King Duncan with the help of Sweno, the king of Norway