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In discussing the killing of Caesar, Brutus employs a formal and philosophical language that reflects his internal conflict and sense of duty. He uses rational explanations and moral justifications, often speaking in abstract terms about honor, freedom, and the greater good. This elevated diction contrasts sharply with the emotional and dramatic nature of the act itself, highlighting the tension between his ideals and the brutal reality of murder. His rhetoric suggests a struggle to reconcile his actions with his principles.
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What did Brutus say before killing Caesar?
he had said that he didn't like how Caesar was getting all of the credit for everything and that he was wrong for helping the plebians mortem tyrannis
What explanation does Brutus give Portia for his strange behavior?
He says he is not well in health (that he is sick).
What was brutus downfall?
In the play by Shakespeare, Brutus' downfall was his belief that every man was as honorable as himself. He had an unmovable desire to do the most honorable things, which caused him to be easily manipulated. Cassius utilized this and talked Brutus into killing Caesar.
What mistake does Cassius still blame Brutus for in act 5?
for not killing Antony when they killed Caesar
Why does Brutus refuse the second killing?
Brutus refuses the second killing, namely the assassination of Mark Antony, because he believes that their cause is noble and should not be marred by unnecessary bloodshed. He argues that they have already committed a grave act by killing Caesar and that further violence would undermine their justification for the assassination. Brutus prioritizes honor and morality, thinking that sparing Antony would demonstrate their commitment to the ideals of freedom rather than tyranny.
What did Brutus say before killing Caesar?
he had said that he didn't like how Caesar was getting all of the credit for everything and that he was wrong for helping the plebians mortem tyrannis
Who won the argument about killing Marc Antony?
Brutus
What were the Roman consuls responsible for?
Killing Brutus and Cassius.
What were the roman consuls' responsibilities?
Killing Brutus and Cassius.
What does Brutus say should be offended by him killing Caesar?
"Then none have I offended. I have done no more to Caesar than you shall do to Brutus."
Who warns against killing mark Antony in Julius Caesar?
Brutus.
Is Brutus proud of killing Caesar?
No, he considered it a necessary but unpleasant duty.
Why does inflexibility relate to Cassius and Brutus?
Brutus was inflexibly idealistic, which caused him to make a number of practical mistakes (like not killing Antony when they had the chance).
What explanation does Brutus give Portia for his strange behavior?
He says he is not well in health (that he is sick).
Why did Brutus kill himself in Julius Caesar?
Brutus did not want to be known as a loser, the people hated him for killing caesar after Atony spoke to them. Back then killing yourself was and honorable way to die to Brutus died an honorable deathwhile using the same sword that was used to kill caesar
What was brutus downfall?
In the play by Shakespeare, Brutus' downfall was his belief that every man was as honorable as himself. He had an unmovable desire to do the most honorable things, which caused him to be easily manipulated. Cassius utilized this and talked Brutus into killing Caesar.
What is Antony's opinion of Brutus?
His opinion on Marc Antony is that Antony is just the limb of Caesar. There is no point in killing him either. Antony is a friend of Brutus and he seems loyal but then Brutus will soon find out that Antony is a traitor to him and but of course despises him.
