How Does Antony Use Ethos In Julius Caesar

In the play Julius Caesar by William Shakespeare, Antony’s funeral speech is more convincing and effective. Antony uses rhetorical questions to make it seem as though Caesar’s ambition was for the good of Rome. He states, “Did this in Caesar seem ambitious? . . . was this ambition?” Although you cannot answer this question, it still persuades the audience to think further about the topic. Additionally, he uses pathos to create strong emotions in the audience. For instance, “He hath brought many captives home to Rome Whose ransoms did the general coffers fill . . . When that the poor have cried, Caesar hath wept.” This appeals to the people’s love of money, as well as their sympathy because Caesar cared even more about the poor. Metaphors help