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Twisting the Words

Language plays an important part in the play. Characters use language to twist meaning to achieve their own ends. In the beginning of the play Cassius uses language to deceive Brutus into  murdering Caesar. Decius deceives Caesar to attend the capitol by re-interpreting Calpurnia's dream. Finally, in Act III, Brutus and Anthony use language to decieve the crowd of their true intentions.


             -Summarize Brutus's and Anthony's funeral speeches. (III. ii. 12-48 and 75-254)
             -Both of their speeches are meant to deceive the crowd.
                        -Whose speech do you believe is more effective at deceiving the crowd?  Explain.
                                  *Answers must be about two paragraphs.

The Tragedy of Julius Caesar

Friendship is a major theme in the play.  Pompey, Caesar's friend and partner, turns his back on him and plots a plan to destroy him. Then, we have Cassius who like Pompey, also plots a plan to destroy and uses Brutus, his so called "friend" to enforce his plan. For this blog question, you are to explore the theme of friendship in the play and in your life. Please answer the questions in at least two complete paragraphs.

                          * Is there anything for which you would betray a friend?
                      * Which is more important to you, friendship or materialistic gains? Explain.
                     * Describe Cassius. Is he truly a "friend" to Brutus? Explain your answer.


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