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Cassius tells Brutus that Caesar refused the crown of a king three times, but each time he refused it more reluctantly, which convinces Brutus that Caesar has been tempted by the thought of absolute power.

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Why does Cassius believe that Brutus should be a part of the plot against Caesar?

Cassius wants Brutus to join in a conspiracy to kill Julius Caesar. He tells Brutus stories of Caesar to poison his mind and make Brutus believe that Caesar wants to set himself up as a tyrant.


How does Anthony show he understands the people better than brutus?

Brutus thinks Caesar is an honorable man. But when he is told that his rise to power will be the downfall of Rome, Brutus decides to plot with the rest of the conspirators and end Caesars reign, and life.


How does Caesar's ghost impact Brutus in the play Julius Caesar?

Essentially it made Brutus feel guilt.


Why did Brutus not want to appear vulnerable?

Brutus did not want to appear vulnerable because he believed that showing weakness could undermine his authority and leadership among the other conspirators and in Rome. His commitment to the ideals of honor and stoicism made him feel that he must project strength and confidence, especially in the face of significant political turmoil. Additionally, as a key figure in the assassination of Julius Caesar, he sought to maintain a façade of rationality and control to justify his actions and rally support for the cause.


Why did the conspiracy want to kill caesar?

The other conspirators felt they needed Brutus in on the conspiracy because they knew that Caesar trusted Brutus. Cassius made Brutus join the conspiracy so that the whole blame would not be on Cassius. Also, Brutus was of a high status in the Roman senate.

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Does brutus insist that the conspirators kill Antony?

Brutus did not plan to kill Mark Antony although he most certainly thought about it. Brutus knew Antony was loyal to Caesar and that Antony had military skills. Brutus, however, clearly underestimated the damage that Antony could cause. Brutus made a mistake and he would die for his conspiracy against Caesar.


Why does Cassius believe that Brutus should be a part of the plot against Caesar?

Cassius wants Brutus to join in a conspiracy to kill Julius Caesar. He tells Brutus stories of Caesar to poison his mind and make Brutus believe that Caesar wants to set himself up as a tyrant.


Who handled the emotion better Brutus or Antony?

Antony handled his emotions better than Brutus. Antony was able to channel his grief and anger into a powerful and strategic speech at Caesar's funeral, rallying the Roman citizens against the conspirators. In contrast, Brutus struggled to manage his emotions and made decisions based on honor and duty rather than practicality, which ultimately led to his downfall.


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attack on peral harbour for WW2


Why is cicero left out of the conspirators?

Brutus however disagrees, arguing that Cicero "will never follow anything" (Line 150). Cassius agrees to leave Cicero out of their conspiracy... The Cicero issue settled, some very important decisions are made.


Why is Brutus better than the other conspirators?

Brutus was a trustworthy person; he had good intentions. He was a strong believer in honesty which comes hand in hand with being trustworthy. When the conspirators wanted to kill Mark Antony, Brutus objected to it.


Is Anthony a true friend to Caesar?

Anthony was a true friend of Caesar because he was with Caesar till the end. He made the people revolt against the conspirators. His speech was genuine and had emotions and feelings. He cleverly gains the sympathy of the people by reading them his will. Unlike Brutus he was a faithful friend of Caesar. He was willing to die in the hands of the conspirators with the same sword that killed Caesar.


Who said Friends Romans countrymen Lend me your ears?

Because he wanted the people, audience to feel equal to him. Whereas Brutus made them feel like they were on a lower social class than him. Mark Antony wanted to connect to the people emotionally in order to influence them the way he wanted.


How does Anthony show he understands the people better than brutus?

Brutus thinks Caesar is an honorable man. But when he is told that his rise to power will be the downfall of Rome, Brutus decides to plot with the rest of the conspirators and end Caesars reign, and life.


Why does Antony shake hands with the conspirators?

The reason mark Antony shakes the conspirators hands is because it's showing the death bond they have just made.


How does Caesar's ghost impact Brutus in the play Julius Caesar?

Essentially it made Brutus feel guilt.


Why Brutus joined conspirators?

Brutus is concerned about Caesar as a result of Cassius's arguments. He thinks he's ambitious but has not really seen it. He believes that if Caesar became more powerful he would become more and more tyrannical, and it was necessary to stop him before things got that far.