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Close Reading: Shakespeare `Julius Caesar` III. 2 lines 11- 48 (Brutus)

Julius Caesar is an historical tragedy, written by Shakespeare in 1599. Set in ancient Rome it depicts the rise and fall of an emperor and a time of vast political change. Presenting a tale of manipulation and a struggle for power Shakespeare uses the uses the art of the orator and rhetoric to describe key moments in Rome’s history. Structurally central to the play is Act III, scene 2, as it is at this pivotal moment, after the conspiracy and assassination of Caesar that the battle for power begins.

As the crowd gather they are confused and agitated. They are aware their ruler has been killed and are looking for answers. Previously reluctant to take power and manipulated into taking part in the conspiracy of killing Caesar, Brutus enters into the pulpit to take charge. `The noble Brutus is ascended. Silence! ` (11) Surrounded by the baying crowd Brutus asserts his authority and urges the crowd to......

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