ways. She seems to have multiple personalities‚ and it is very difficult for one to conclude whether she is kind or cruel. For example‚ she could be said to be prejudiced and sly‚ while also very caring. Portia is quick to judge others on appearances and first impressions. In scene II‚ when Portia is discussing her suitors with Nerissa‚ she explains all of the traits she doesn’t like about each of them. She even suggests placing a glass of wine on one of the incorrect caskets; so that the German suitor
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whites is a night and day difference. In “To Kill a Mockingbird‚” the blacks were treated extremely poorly. Luckily‚ Calpurnia worked in the household of the Finches and was dearly loved there. Three words to describe Calpurnia would be wise‚ loyal and nurturing. Unlike many other blacks‚ Calpurnia is very smart and well educated. She could read and write. Calpurnia is also very wise and knows how to handle difficult situations. For instance‚ when she let everyone know about the
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One of the most important ones was when Calpurnia had bad dreams about Julius’ crowning. She used these dreams to try and get Caesar not to go. She knew that something bad was going to happen‚ but nobody believed her. If Caesar had listened to her‚ he might not have been murdered yet. The nightmares that Calpurnia witnessed had a very important role in the play. She dreamt that people were bathing in Caesar’s blood in the streets. When Calpurnia tried to warn Caesar not to go‚ he didn’t
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TREATMENT OF PORTIA BY MEN IN THE MERCHANT OF VENICE Written in the late 16th century‚ The Merchant of Venice’s Italian setting and marriage theme are typical of Shakespeare’s earlier comedies. The characters‚ however‚ raise this play to new heights‚ especially that of Portia‚ Shakespeare’s first great female protagonist. Her character often contradicts that of the typical subservient Elizabethan woman as Shakespeare develops her into the most dominant character in the play. When we first meet Portia in act
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Calpurnia and Portia Shary Nguyen English 2 Per. 5 October 3‚ 2007 Portia and Calpurnia from the play “Julius Caesar‚” written by William Shakespeare‚ are the wives of central characters in the play. Portia is the wife of Marcus Brutus‚ and Calpurnia is the wife of Julius Caesar. Although‚ Portia and Calpurnia are in the same social class during the same time period‚ they have similarities as well as differences. Portia seems braver and Calpurnia
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strong women? People can look at Portia and Calpurnia as just weak women that lived in the shadows of their marriage. The five act play consists mostly of the plot involving the assassination of Julius Caesar and very little of Portia and Calpurnia involvement. However‚ it can be analyzed that William Shakespeare intended that these women were meant to be complex characters‚ both women unique to her circumstances/marriage. To begin‚ there is Portia. In Act II Portia sees that Brutus is struggling
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oaths are for people who need trusting. “Unto bad causes swear such creatures as men doubt” (60). He believes all the conspirators are gathered for the same reason‚ the benefit of Rome‚ therefore they do not need an oath of trust. Before long‚ Portia‚ Brutus’ wife‚ realizes Brutus
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Who does Cassius want to murder in addition to Caesar? 9. What is Brutus’s response to this idea? 10. How does Decius plan to get Caesar to come to the Capitol? 11. What has Portia noticed about Brutus’s recent behavior? 12. What reasons does Portia give to insist that Brutus reveal his feelings to her? 13. What does Portia do to prove her strength to Brutus? What is your reaction to this act? BONUS: An anachronism is when an author unknowingly or purposefully inserts something from a different period
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In the play "Julius Caesar"‚ Shakespeare displays his characters as being manipulative and persuasive. This is illustrated in various parts of the play‚ such as at the beginning when Brutus was manipulated by Cassius‚ and then again when Antony manipulated the Roman citizens. Shakespeare first introduces the technique of manipulation and persuasion at the beginning of the play through the character of Cassius. Cassius had sinful plans in his mind and needed others to join this conspiracy against
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lot of power‚ successful leader Brutus-Political leader‚ comes from a respected high family‚ naivety brings his downfall Casca- Opposes Caesar rise to power‚ a Senator‚ noble but not very smart Calpurnia- Caesar’s wife‚ worships him Antony- Caesar’s best friend‚ asked by Caesar to touch Calpurnia so she can become fertile Soothsayer-Fortune teller‚ Cassius- Antagonist‚ main conspirator‚ dislikes Caesar 2) The play starts out with the cobbler and carpenter dressed up on a workday because
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