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manku
manku
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High School - 10th Grade

In Julius Caesar, why is Caesar killed?

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Posted by manku on Friday March 14, 2008 at 9:40 PM and tagged with characters, julius caesar, plot, themes.

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  1. bmadnick Teacher
    High School - 11th Grade

    Ambition is certainly one of the reason the conspirators kill Caesar, but it is not the only reason. You must look at the man to determine what he wants as a result of Caesar's death.

    Cassius is the main instigator of the plot to kill Caesar. He uses Caesar's ambition as an excuse for his murder, but Cassius never gives any proof of Caesar's ambitious nature. All Cassius does when he tries to convince Brutus to join his plot is give Caesar's weaknesses. Primarily, Cassius is jealous of Caesar and resents his popularity.

    Brutus must be convinced by Cassius to join the conspiracy. Brutus is idealistic and firmly believes in a republican government. He's afraid that Caesar is so popular, the people will make him king. Brutus is considered a noble man who wants what is best for his country.

    Go to the website below and on the right side, you will find the "Character Analysis" section for thecharacters. Once you click on that, a drop-down menu will give you the different characters you need.

    Sources:
    http://www.enotes.com/jc
    http://www.enotes.com/jc/character-analysis
    http://www.enotes.com/jc/themes

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    Posted by bmadnick on Saturday March 15, 2008 at 11:38 AM

  2. many
    many Student
    High School - 10th Grade

    why is Caesar picked to be king?

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    Posted by many on Thursday April 2, 2009 at 2:56 PM