Julius Caesar’s propitious birth July 13‚ 100 B.C.‚ marked the commencement of a new chapter in Roman history. A politically proficient and well known leader of the Roman Republic; Julius Caesar significantly alters what is now known as the Roman Empire‚ by vastly expanding its geographic extent and establishing its imperial system. Julius Caesar is probably one of the most well know figures in history. Julius Caesar belonged to prestigious Julii Clan. Caesar was always one of the leading political
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in some cases trust must be earned by persuasion. In a story that completely negates the meaning of trust such as Julius Caesar‚ it is still has a constant presence. The idea of trust is shown in a momentous scene with the character Portia attempting to persuade Brutus that he can entrust her‚ this point in the book can relate to a logos or pathos emotion. In Act II of Julius Caesar‚ Portia uses emotional and logical appeal to convince Brutus that she is not only worthy‚ but as his wife‚ obligated
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is given over to Cassius’s speeches to Brutus‚ trying to persuade him that he should rule rather than Caesar. Given this fact‚ what was the purpose of scene I? 4. Does Brutus tell Cassius why he has been feeling “passions of some difference” of late? (II‚ 45) Could they relate to his feelings for Caesar as ruler? 5. Cassius tells Brutus that “many” wished Brutus saw himself the way they do. Why is it important that he tells Brutus that such people are “groaning underneath this age’s yoke”? (II‚
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In Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar several main characters are fit to rule Rome after the death of Caesar. Among them are Brutus‚ Cassius‚ and Antony. Although each have their particular strengths‚ Brutus is the superior choice for leader. His nobleness‚ compassion‚ and intelligent decision making are shown throughout the play. Brutus’ nobleness is shown in Act I when he tells Cassius about how much he values honor. Set honor in one eye and death i’ th’ other‚ and I will look on both indifferently;
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In play‚ Julius Caesar‚ it has strength that makes the play a famous play. In the play‚ we could understand characters emotion and behaviors clearly since it is in their own words instead of a narration. From the text from Cassius’s dialogue‚” For my part‚ I have walked about the streets‚ submitting me unto the perilous night.” we could emphasizes how Cassius is showing off to Casca the braveness he has. Another point would be the speeches that are introduce in the play. Another example would be
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Brutus’s fears is that Caesar will become king‚ which makes Cassius happy to hear. Cassius then tries to persuade him to help remove this possibility‚ but Brutus refuses. Brutus decides against Cassius’ offer. Brutus seems somewhat strong in his opinion in act one. But he also seems quite vulnerable at the same time. If he gets the right kind of persuasion he will most likely give in. His main concern is for the people of Rome‚ which Cassius knows very well. The main reason why Brutus does not want
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“He [Caesar] hath brought many captives home to Rome whose ransoms did the general coffers fill‚” and then asks‚” Did this in Caesar seem ambitious?”QUESTION TO ASK • Is Brutus perception of the tragic flaw of being too idealistic? That he himself perfectly harmless? • Act 3 scene 1 "People and senators‚ be not affrighted. Fly not; stand still; ambition’s debt is paid." • In this quote you can see that the audience realizes Brutus’s perception is not what it should be. And during the murder
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Senate. The reign of Julius Caesar throughout the first century was filled with rioting‚ conquests‚ and instability. In 44 BCE‚ he was named dictator of Rome‚ a title that made others jealous‚ fear that Caesar was becoming too powerful‚ and think that the rights of the Senate would soon diminish. It was because of this‚ that a group of Roman senators led by Brutus and Cassius assassinated Caesar by stabbing him. However‚ all was not restored as they had hoped and a rival between Julius Caesar’s nephew
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During ancient times‚ empires dominated the world‚ and it helped to have military prowess. Julius Caesar was considered to be a military genius. He was both a conqueror and a destroyer (roman-empire.net). He created what was‚ back in its time‚ the greatest empire known to man (ushistory.com). Caesar did many noble acts‚ however he was known for his ruthlessness (roman-empire.net). He established order in the Roman Empire‚ he relieved debt‚ he expanded Roman territory‚ however he also slaughtered
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sometimes‚ who owe you a lot of things but in the end‚ they’ll pay you with grudge‚ ill- responses‚ anger‚ jealousy and envy. This happened to Caesar. He helped a lot of people‚ the people of Rome‚ the senators‚ the soldiers and the Rome itself. But what had happened to him? Who is Julius Caesar‚ on the first place? What did he do? CHARACTERS: * Julius Caesar * Pompey * Julia * Cornelia * Marcus Brutus * Antony * Cassius
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