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What is Cassius major character flaw?
In Act V, Cassius’s tragic flaw is that he too readily accepts defeat. When his servant, Pindarus, informs Cassius that “Mark Antony is in your tents, my lord Fly, therefore, noble Cassius, fly far off,” Pindarus is mistaken.
Why does Cassius say that Brutus would not have to be listening to Antony’s insults If Cassius might have ruled 47 )? What would Cassius have done differently?
What does Cassius mean when he says to Brutus? “Flatterers! Now, Brutus, thank yourself; This tongue had not offended so today, If Cassius might have ruled.” He means that they wouldn’t have to listen to the insults if Cassius would have had his way when they were arguing about killing Antony.
What is Brutus philosophy what point does Cassius make about it?
The philosophy that Cassius refers to in his conversation with Brutus in Julius Caesar Act IV Scene 3 is Stoicism. The Stoic philosophy held that a virtuous person would be happy whatever happened to him or her, since all things were predetermined and it was folly to protest against the workings of the universal order.
Was Cassius a villain?
The most obvious answer to your question would be to say that Cassius is the play’s villain because of his selfish personal motives and his manipulation of Brutus. Cassius despises Caesar and resents the great power he has assumed in Rome. In some ways, however, Antony behaves as a villain, also.
Why is Cassius not a tragic hero?
Why is Cassius NOT considered a tragic hero? Because he died for not a good reason, like his actions led him to have a bad death. He shows them mercy or pity. How/Why can Brutus be considered the tragic hero of the play?
What does Brutus blame Cassius of?
Brutus accuses Cassius of taking bribes and siding with known robbers.
What horrible mistake does Cassius make what is the outcome of his mistake?
What is the outcome of this mistake? Cassius makes the mistake of believing that Titinius was dead, so he kills himself out of sadness. However, it all turns out to be a miscommunication.
What are Brutus and Cassius arguing about in Act 4?
Brutus argues that they must wage war honorably, or the killing of Caesar was hypocritical. Cassius contends that a practical approach is the only way to win the war. Brutus becomes angry with Cassius’ boasting and the argument becomes heated, until finally the two men make up.