to Philippi to meet Antony and OCtavius’ army‚ but Cassius believes that it would be better for the enemy to come to them. Brutus’s tragic flaw is that he is altogether too trusting. He genuinely thought that the other men were killing Caesar for the good of the people but now is seeing that they were lying‚ “Did not great Julius bleed for justice’ sake?” (1158) Antony’s words in Act four scene one made me look at him a lot differently than I did earlier in the play. Antony is plotting on what
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general Julius Caesar‚ a political and strategic genius with many victories in battle‚ she was able to regain control of the throne. After his death‚ Cleopatra eventually met Marc Antony‚ commander of the eastern Roman army‚ which would later result in another powerful alliance and marriage. After her marriage to Antony‚ Cleopatra was given control of a large amount of territory. Despite her unpopularity amongst the Romans‚ she was was still viewed as a sophisticated and clever woman. Throughout her
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him so that he can get an explanation for Caesar’s death. Then Antony will be on Brutus side. (3.i.130-137) 4. Antony wants to speak at Caesar’s funeral. What reaction does Brutus have? Cassius? Brutus wants Antony to speak at Caesar’s funeral he see no harm. Although Cassius does not want him to he feels that Antony will talk to the people against them. (3.i. 231-237) 5. Under what conditions will Antony speak at the funeral? Antony is allowed to speak under the conditions that he speaks after
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loss of her greatest political ally‚ but the fact that he never loved her: “it wasn’t in his arms he wanted to hold Egypt‚ it was in his treasury” (‘Cleopatra’‚ 2008; see transcript p.2). Cleopatra’s role as queen is reduced further upon marrying Mark Antony‚ she appears to accept the loss of her power: “I’ve seen a god come to life. I’m no longer a queen… I’m a woman.” (‘Cleopatra’‚ 2008; see transcript p.2)‚ enforcing the double standard that says men may marry and retain positions of power but
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Perceptions of Cleopatra Investigate the ancient sources that discuss Cleopatra and answer the following question in 750 words. Essay Topic: "Was Cleopatra a heroic figure‚ temptress or vassal of Rome?" Cleopatra is one of the most talked about figures in history. There is a large amount of controversy surrounding the character of this woman and what role she really played in Egyptian history. This paper will discuss how Cleopatra was really a true heroic figure‚ a woman who would go to great
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doesn’t Brutus want to swear an oath with the conspirators? (lines 113-140) He doesn’t think they need an oath if they are going to do something good. He also says honest men don’t need an oath. 6. What are two reasons Brutus gives for not killing Mark Antony? (Lines 162-184) He is a limb of Caesar and will die along with Caesar. Also it will become too bloody if they do and it is unnecessary. 7. Who is Portia? What has she noticed about Brutus lately? Portia is Brutus’ wife. She has noticed that
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people of Rome Caesar‚ “ ” very honorable man‚ that means well and carries only good intentions. Theo two characters deliver orations that are very appealing to the people of Pome Antony provideo a more effective rhetorical speech through his use of logo‚ and patho‚ Although Brutuo gave a stronger ethical appeal‚ Antony proved his worthiness as well. Brutus beging his opeech by telling the people "believe me for mine honor and have respect to mine honour" and asking to hold their opinion‚ until they
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Marcus Brutus‚ it was a big sacrifice to him as well‚ seeing that he and Caesar were good friends. And that that proves just how noble his intentions were. That he would kill his own friend if it meant that others could be safe. Even his enemies (Mark Antony and Octavius Caesar) respected him for the honest man that they knew that he was. He did evil things‚ that that did not make him an evil man. It’s like the old saying: “It’s the thought that counts” Works Cited Shakespeare‚ William Julius
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Kady Hall Professor Robyn Fox English 1301 SHS 10 December 2012 Antony and Cleopatra Relevance to Humanity Human nature is indecisive‚ and weak. In Antony and Cleopatra this is shown all throughout the play. Very early you find out that the two lovers Antony and Cleopatra are volatile and degraded. In the first act you learn of Antony‚ once a brave war hero is now a man corrupted by his desires. He is one of three leaders of Rome‚ who is married to a woman named Fulvia but having an affair
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It is important to note that this extract from Plutarch’s ‘Life of Antony’ was written about one hundred years after the battle of Actium and the death of Antony and Cleopatra. ‘The work of ancient historians can seem to be a bit like a play or novel where what happens is often predetermined by the way the author has presented the make-up of his or her characters’ (Fear‚ 2008.P9) The extract begins by informing the reader that Antony’s armies have deserted him and joined Octavian – ‘the desertion
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