2nd Hour Student Made Quote Review
Marullus and Flavius-S,E,T
On page 1100, Lines 50-51, Marullus says, “And do you now strew flowers in his way
that comes in triumph over Pompey’s blood.” This shows the characters’ personal motivation in the story. They
still remain loyal to Pompey and want to take away the glory, worship, and new power of Caesar. In this scene,
they are trying to take down celebratory decorations to discourage the town of celebrating Caesar.
On page 1108, Lines 277-279, Casca says, “I could tell you more news, too. Marullus and Flavius, for pulling
scarfs off Caesar’s images, are put to silence. This shows plot development because it shows Caesar thinks
highly of his name and will not allow it to be put to shame. He also has power in his reign and is very serious
about his kingship, as shown in his act of silencing two men for not honoring his name and still expressing their
loyalty to Pompey.
Easily persuaded-S,P,A
Brutus’s love for the people and easily persuaded mind ultimately is the cause for his own downfall at the
end of the story. From the start of the story Brutus shows his love for the people “if it aught toward the
general good, set honor in one eye and death I’ in the other, and I will look on both indifferently” (P. 1103
lines 85-87) this is foreshadowing that he will do anything for the good of the people, even die. Using this
to his advantage Cassius persuaded Brutus that he would be better off as king than Cesar. “Three parts of
him is ours already, and the man entire upon the next encounter yields him ours.” (page 1114 line 154156) This quote shows that Brutus has been persuaded, and that soon he will be a part of the plan for
Cesar’s death. Brutus’s maluability is shown through the manipulation fromCassius and Cascus
convincing him to go against ceasar eventhough Brutus and Ceasar are friends and Brutus claims to love
Ceasar.
Caesar- H,B,A,H
On page 1006, lines 211-212, Act One, Scene 1, Caesar says, “I rather tell thee what is to be feared, than what I
fear, for always. I am Caesar.” This quote characterizes Caesar by showing how he wants the common Romans
to only see his strong composure, not his weaknesses. If his subjects can see his fears, he appears weak, unfit to
rule, and therefore easily conquered. However, if his subjects don’t know Caesar’s fears they will look to him
for protection, health, and prosperity like that of a king. Through this quote the reader gets a better
understanding of Caesar.
On page 1106, lines 198-199 Act One, Scene 2, Caesar says, “Would he were fatter! But I fear him not. Yet, if
my name were liable to fear, I do not know the man I should avoid.” This quote shows Caesar’s objective to
remain in power. To do this, Caesar is motivated to find content supporters to back him up as a ruler. His
motivation to find lean, content men is, rides upon his desire to rule. Caesar realizes his motivation to ignore
these “lean” men, through his intelligence and ability to judge people. Through this quote, the reader sees
Caesar’s motivation to rule.
Cassius- S,E,C
Cassius is an undermining character that craves to be powerful, on page 104 lines 97-99 it shows what he
craves, “I was born free of Ceasar, so were you; We both have fed as well, and we can both Endure the winter’s
cold as well as he”(1104). This shows the jealousy in Cassius and how he’s power hungry. Cassius wants to be
like Creaon in Oedipus with all of the respect but with no stress or responsibilities. In this quote, it also shows
Cassius is persuasive by talking Brutus into overthrowing Ceasar.
Motivation is shown on page 1112 lines 82-84,“But woe the while! Our fathers’ minds are dead, And we are
governed with our mother’s spirits, Our yoke and sufferance show us womanish”(1112). This quote shows how
Cassius believes that he is saving Rome but actually has another personal reason to avenge Pompey. Believes
that the ancestors and gods are disappointed in Ceasar’s rule.
Casca- SE, M, E, C
The quote in scene 3, page 1111, line 17-18 is crucial to Casca’s role in the story because he
accelerates the plot. He is starting to see omens and thinks the gods are giving him signs.
~ “like twenty torches joined; and yet his hand, not sensible of fire, remained unscorched.”
The quote in scene 2, page 1107, line 220-222 is crucial to Casca’s role in the story because it
shows the people feelings about Ceaser. He is offered the crown and refuses because he knows
Rome doesn’t need another king, they needed a democracy.
~“why, there was a crown offered him; and being offered him, he put it by with the back of his
hand, thus. And then the people fell a-shouting.”
Caesar- E, R, A
On page 1101, Antony says “I shall remember when Caesar says do this it is performed” and this is important to
defining his character because it shows the loyalty and respect he has for Caesar. Antony is a follower of
Caesar and will do anything he says. How far he is willing to go will prove the extent of his loyalty and his
character.
3rd Hour
Brutus Analysis- A, A, J
The quote “I do fear the people choose Caesar for their king,” on lines 79 and 80, in scene 2, on page 1103 is an
important example of an increasing conflict in the story. Brutus loves Caesar well but he does not want Caesar
to become the king. Along with many other people in the city, including Cassius, Brutus does not want the
figure of a king in their city, much less Caesar. This has become a growing conflict because Caesar continues to
gain power with the people. Brutus is a good example of people struggling with this conflict.
The quote “No, Cassius, for the eye sees not itself but by reflection, by some other things,” on lines 52 and 53,
in scene 2, on page 1102 is important to Brutus’s characterization. Brutus does not recognize himself so he
wants Cassius to help him become who he should be. But Brutus fails to realize that Cassius is going to mold
him into what Cassius really wants him to be. This shows that Brutus is very easily manipulated and has little
self-confidence.
The quote, “When Caesar says “Do this,” it is performed” on line 10 in Act I, scene II, page 1101 plays a larger
role in the play by showing the audience that Cassius’ fear of Caesars power is legitimate. Antony says this to
Caesar to explain that any of Caesar’s wants are immediately met. This quote validates Cassius’ fear of Caesar
becoming a dictator because it shows that what Caesar wants he gets.
The quote, “Fear him not, Caesar, he’s not dangerous. He is a noble Roman, and well given” on lines
196-197 in Act I, scene II, page 1106 characterizes Antony. This characterizes Antony as being loyal, naive,
and trustworthy, sometimes to trustworthy. This quotes characterizes him as being loyal, because he is truly
trying to help Caesar, but his naive traits come in to play because he is unaware that Cassius is planning to take
Caesar down.
Cassius D, K, M
The quote “Cassius from bandage will deliver Cassius.”Is found on page 1112 and is on line 90. This quote is
crucial to Cassius because it is defining who he is as a character, he is dramatic and emotional toward anything
that has to do with Caesar because he rather kill himself when they are other solutions. Cassius says this
because he is showing his true thoughts toward Caesar. Cassius rather kill himself than be a slave to him.
Cassius explains to the other members of the group that “Three parts of [Brutus] is ours already, and the man
entire upon the next encounter yields him ours.” Is found on page 1114 and is on line 154-156. This quote is
showing plot development because it’s saying Cassius and other members of the group is making a plan to
throw letters from Senators to Brutus, saying to be on their side and he would be a better ruler than Caesar.
Casca- M, V, J
Quote #1
“You speak to Casca, and to such a man / That is no fleering telltale. Hold, my hand. / Be factious for redress of
all these griefs, / And I will set this foot of mine as far / As who goes farthest.” (3.116-120)
Casca is saying that they should form a group to overthrow Caesar. This foreshadows that the senators in the
story are going to attempt to overthrow Caesar. It also shows that Casca is the main brain in the group and he is
the source of everyone wanting to take action against Caesar.
Page 1113
Scene 3 Lines 116-120
Quote #2
“O, he [Brutus] sits high in all the people’s hearts, / And that which would appear offense in us, / His
countenance, like the richest alchemy, / Will change to virtue and to worthiness.”
Casca is trying to convince the rest of the group members that Brutus is essential to the group so they can get
away with some of the things that they’re going to do. This advances the plot because it shows the group
thinking ahead about their actions. It also shows who Casca is because he is scared of getting in trouble for
overthrowing Caesar.
Page 1114
Scene 3 Lines 157-160
Caesar- A,C,A
Strategic
The quote, “ He is a great observer, and he looks quite through the deeds of men” on lines 202-203 in scene 2
on page 1106 characterizes Caesar. This quote shows that Caesar does not trust Cassius because Cassius sees
hidden motives in men’s actions. From this, we can infer Caesar only wants those who will be loyal by his side.
Caesar is strategic in this way because, with these loyal subjects, he can form a perfect Union. This can also be
the base for the plot to overthrow Caesar.
Foreshadowing
The quote, “ Yond Cassius has a lean and hungry look; He thinks too much, such men are dangerous” on lines
194-195 in scene 2 on page 1106 foreshadows conflict between Cassius and Caesar. Cassius having a “lean and
hungry look” can possibly show his hunger for Caesar’s power. This is potentially dangerous and can
foreshadow conflict between the two. This may show foreshadow events to come in the story.
Marrullus and Flavius - J
1. “O you hard hearts, you cruel men of Rome! Knew you not Pompey?”
Marrullus and Flavius are tribunes of Rome, loyal to Pompey, who was overthrown by Caesar. This quote
explains their disdain for the people celebrating the triumph of Caesar, and not lamenting Pompey. This defines
who they are as loyal subordinates of Pompey.
2. “Let no images be hung with Caesar’s trophies. I’ll about and drive away the vulgar from the streets.”
Marrullus and Flavius’ loyalty to the old emperor, and hatred to Caesar, drive them to vandalize the capitol
during Lupercal. This quote displays their loathing of Caesar, who they think is a tyrant and a braggart.
Unfortunately, they get caught, and are punished for disloyalty. They are made out to be vandalizers and radical
loyalists, who support Pompey rather than the current emperor.