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Antony uses pathos as one of his techniques to make the roman people betray Brutus. Antony said “when the poor have cried Caesar hath wept; ambition be made with sterner stuff.” Antony is turning the crowd against Brutus by proving and clarifying Caesar is not ambitious. Antony used another persuasive technique…

crying before this) to the color of fire. This is able to sway the crowd because it shows how much Caesar meant for Antony. Not only for him, but for Rome because they all are “Friends, Romans, countrymen”. This quote is able to sway the crowd because it spreads the feeling that they should crying too. Antony is a Roman and so are they, so it affects them all. Lastly, this quote is able to sway the crowd because it makes them feel compassionate for Caesar. It makes them feel compassionate…

In William Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar, words play an enormous role in the outcome of this famous tragedy. They are used to inveigle, laud, coax, rally, uplift, and many more. There are three prominent writing strategies used throughout this play. First, ethos is used to interest the audience’s sense of ethics or morals. Second, pathos appeals to the audience’s heart and emotion. Third, logos is used to engage the audience’s logic or reasoning. These methods of writing can be found in the…

leave behind an amazing legacy. The Romans, wanting to save the republic lead to the assassination of Julius Caesar, ultimately leading to little change and his adopted son Octavius being crowned first emperor of the Roman Empire (Wasson, Plutarch 290-298, and “Julius Caesar Biography”). Julius Caesar was assassinated because several men in the Roman senate felt his ideas endangered the republic. Firstly, Julius Caesar did not want to take a chance on the Roman generals challenging him so he…

Appearing in various movies and books, the Roman Empire existed as one of the largest empires humanity has ever witnessed. Though most experts comment on the vast size of the Empire, the individuals who ruled over the Roman Empire receive the main attention. Whether known for their stringent rule or their long-lasting legacy on the Roman Empire, almost all of the Roman Emperors acquired fame through their rule. One of the most influential leaders of the Roman Empire, Emperor Diocletian, found…

Alexander the Great Alexander the Great one said, “There is nothing impossible to him who will try.” I strongly think that Alexander was a hero in history. He accomplished many things and conquered many lands which brought together different people and backgrounds. Alexander took over the territory of his father, Philip II, after he dies and was very successful at keeping the legacy of the family alive. Alexander the Great was a very important conqueror and had a very accomplished life. One…

Postclassical European Kingdoms were completely different from Islamic caliphates. Each had its own political system, economic model, religion, and social structure. Western Europe is feudalistic with unity through Christianity. This period for Europe is the “dark ages” or medieval a period of deterioration. The Islamic caliphates led the Islamic state and expanded the Islamic Empire. It is united both by ruler and religion. The Islamic culture flourishes and enters a golden age where it become…

and talent, and the unwavering faith that Augustus had in him. Agrippa was more than a Roman general; he was the foundation of Augustus’ success and the pillar of Roman strength that held strong and true. Not much is known of Marcus Agrippa’s background, for many ancient historians did not…

Leader, dictator, and a hero of Rome are three words that people think of in connection with Julius Caesar. Many people know that Julius Caesar was an amazing leader in war, but he was so much more. Julius Caesar changed the world by extending the Roman Empire, and he left a legacy as one of the best leaders in war. The early life of Julius Caesar was very political. He grew up in a family full of politicians so he learned politics at a very young age. Julius Caesar also grew up in a poor…

Before Charlemagne, education was not much encouraged. It was sparse in the Kingdom of the Franks, the kingdom in which Charlemagne would rule. The reduced education caused the kingdom to progress slowly. Charlemagne would eventually rule during the medieval times, a time of progression and improvements. The unique government of the kingdom allowed a king to rule. He could decide to make any change he wanted to, so Charlemagne used that ability to progress his kingdom. On April 2,0742 A.D.,…