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The Country Wife · Character

A Quack

A doctor who helps Horner spread the rumor of his impotence.

minor

Also known as Quack

First appearance: act i

A Quack first appears in 0005 act i.

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MHMr. HarcourtLULucyOLOld Lady Squea…MHMr. HornerMMMrs. Margery P…AQA Quack

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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