Julius Caesar Rhetorical Analysis

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Betrayal is the action of betraying one’s country, a group, or a person; treachery. With that being stated, it could be known that people are not always who they say they are, or who they may choose to be. In this epic play written by Julius Caesar, it can be determined that the same people who may catch a bullet can be the same ones behind the trigger. Brutus and Antony played various roles in their speech, trying to convince their people that killing Julius Caesar may or may not have been the best ideal conclusion. As strong as both stories may appear to be, one has a considerable justification the other making that one more powerful. The fact that Cassius was plotting against Julius Caesar is the inevitable, given the circumstances. Brutus …show more content…

Although, with both speeches saying different things they do also have many similarities. For example, in both speeches, they each ask rhetorical questions to the audience. Brutus says, “The question of his death is enrolled in the Capitol; his glory not extenuated wherin he was worthy.” (JC 3.2.21). Antony also asks the audience a rhetorical question, to determine his loyalty. “You all did love him once, not without cause: What cause withholds you then, to mourn for him?” ( JC 3.2.19) It explains the relationship each person had with Caesar. That is one thing that both people who played a role in Caesar's death have in …show more content…

Although he was allowed to make a speech at Caesar's funeral, he can not speak ill about the conspirators, nor can he start any accusations.Thus, Brutus confirms this for the audience stating, “Who is here so rude that would not be a Roman? If any speak; for him have offended.”(J.C 4.3.6) Brutus deliberately tries to defend his point towards Antony. Antony’s speech also pointed out the type of relationship that he and Brutus share.
The relevancy shows out a lot more with Brutus speech because he uses reasoning for the reason he may have taken certain precautions retaining to Caesar's death. It shows because he instantly becomes defensive in protecting him a very ironic fashion. Brutus also used repetition to make his point know to the people in attendance.” Who is here so vile that will not leave his country? If any, speak; for him have not offended” (J.C 4.5.5) It has already been stated that Brutus defensive towards Caesar

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