Lord Of The Flies And Julius Caesar Character Analysis

Brutus definitely does not show how he is a honorable and loyal person. He focused too much about what he thoughts best for Rome and less about the people. During the play, Brutus also betrayed his wife, Portia. Portia notices something is up with Brutus. When Portia brings it up to Brutus, he will not tell her his plans to murder Caesar. Portia states, “If this were true, then I should know this secret. I grant I am a woman, but withal A woman that Lord Brutus took to wife.” (2.1.290-293). Brutus betrayed Portia by refusing to tell her the secret she begged to hear. She eventually stabs herself, and

Abraham Lincoln once stated, “Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man’s character, give him power.” The meaning behind Lincoln’s quote is simply that any man can be resilient after a hardship, but the true identity of the man will seek forth once you grant him power. This quote correlates to the characters Jack Merridew in Lord of the Flies, and Julius Caesar in the play Julius Caesar. This quote applies to Caesar and Merridew because both characters are put to the test when they are given power, but their positions of handling vary. Jack Merridew in Lord of the Flies held his power in an antagonistic manner. He used his power to manipulate the minds of the other boys stuck on the island. These actions led Jack to his savagery in which provoked his downfall. Julius Caesar, on the other hand, held his power in a more stubborn way but definitely not less controlling. Caesar used his power in an abusive way because it was either his way or no way, and his actions led him to his death. Both Merridew and Caesar held their power in a selfish, governing way, they used their power to control and fear others, and lastly they both created a downfall for their selves due to their uncivilized state.

Brutus believes nothing should be done without honor, which he illustrates by killing Caesar publicly. Some would say killing for political reasons, is more honorable than killing someone for pure revenge. He

Brutus is truly “an honorable man.” He was initially resistant to Cassius’ suggestion to betray Caesar. Also, Brutus says, “not that I loved Caesar less, but that I loved Rome more.”(3.2.22) This proves that he only does what he feels is necessary to protect the Rome. In act 4, Brutus sees the ghost of Caesar, and this tells us that he is regretting his actions. He never felt right about killing Caesar afterwards. In fact, when he realized that he was wrong, he used the knife that he stabbed Caesar to take his own

Have you ever thought of having the same personality for the rest of your life? Many people would expect to have same personality for the rest of their lives, but "change is constant [and] change is inevitable" (-). This is well demonstrated in Lord of the Flies, as the character Ralph regularly changes his attitude in the face of unpredictable events. Further, Ralph undergoes massive changes in mood, due to his lack in leadership, thus ultimately taking away his role as leader. Lastly, in the term of the story, the belief in Ralph's order begins to significantly fade, ultimately sinking into savagery.

First, many might dispute the idea that Brutus was an honorable man because he killed his friend Caesar, but this is wrong because Brutus states that his role in Caesar’s murder was to help Rome and not for himself. Brutus backs this statement when he says, “If then that friend demand why Brutus rose against

In “Julius Caesar,” Brutus is the best friend of Julius Caesar; however, he is convinced that his death is necessary for the success of Rome and he assassinated him. Brutus committed the murder only for the good of Rome. Brutus had no ulterior motives and would not have killed Caesar If he had not thought Rome would benefit from it. This point is specifically made in Act II Scene I, where it says, “I know no personal cause to spurn at him, But for the General… How that might change his nature, there’s the question.”(Shakespeare pg. 19) All of the contextual evidence points to the fact that Brutus’ assassination of Julius Caesar was not only justifiable but heroic.

Brutus who even himself states that he “love/ The name of honor more than” he fears “death” is now thinking of killing his friend who he apparently “love” because he believes it will benefit Rome(I.i,ll.88-89). This is not an honorable action for him to do for the reason that in that time a man’s friendship was valued more than his own marriage. He is betraying his best friend, whom trusts him very much,  and going against him behind his back. If he is so honorable, why break the code of friendship. Brutus never even talks to Caesar about his opinion of Caesar becoming ruler, but instead decides to say it behind his back.

Brutus was a nobleman and great warrior not to matter the fact that he stabbed Caesar. After the chaos of the killing, Brutus was seen by everyone as nothing but a worthless criminal because of his actions towards someone so innocent, which was a very harsh judgment on the town people’s behalf. In Act I Scene II, Brutus states, “ If it be aught toward the general good,Set honor in one eye and death I’ the other and I

In the play Brutus did not kill Caesar personal gain but for the love of his country. Even though Caesar was Brutus’s was freind he put his country's needs before his own. Brutus understands that if no one will kill Caesar then he'll become tyrant of Rome and the Republic will be over.

Brutus wanted to kill Caesar for the better of the people, not for any self issue with the ruler. “Caesar now be still. I killed not thee with half so good a will” ( 5. 5. 56-57). He believed that once Caesar was crowned, he would become excessively overpowered and lead the country of Rome to a troublesome downfall. All of the common people of the nation thought of Brutus as a very loyal and noble man who is always looking for the best in others and the country. As said in Shakespeare and in regards to Brutus, “O’ he sits high in all the people’s hearts; And that which would appear offense in us. His countenance, like rich alchemy, Will change to virtue and to worthiness” (1. 3. 157-160). Brutus not only has the characteristics of a hero, but he also takes up heroic

Marcus Brutus function in the play is to kill Caesar and win over the people of Rome. He believes that Caesar will become a tyrant and enslave the people. When he says, “Than that poor Brutus, with himself at war, Forgets the shows of love to other men,” we start to realize his decision to stab Caesar in the back wasn’t an easy one (1.2.51-53). As the reader, we get to know him through his soliloquies that his motives that drove him to action. Brutus had an internal conflict between his loyalty to Rome and to his friend, who seems to care for power rather the people.

Hence, he did not murder Caesar for his own selfish reasons as most of the conspiracy had. As Brutus famously quoted, “Not that I loved Caesar less, but that I loved Rome more.” This quotes highlights how his love was Caesar was great, but he prioritized the citizens of Rome above all. Moreover, the deep bond between Caesar and Brutus is shown in Caesar’s last words, “Et tu Brute?” If their friendship had been but a political alliance, perhaps Caesar would not have been so affected by Brutus’ betrayal.

Brutus possesses many ideals and mannerisms that make him the tragic hero in William Shakespeare’s tragedy. To begin with, Brutus has a deep sense of love for his city, and concerns himself with its well-being. His concern for Rome is actually what causes him to backstab Caesar. He worries that he is too arrogant to be an adequate leader, “I do fear the people/ Choose Caesar for their king.” (Shakespeare I.ii. 85-86). Secondly, Brutus has an undying moral compass that navigates him on his integrity driven choices. Brutus thinks long and hard before he joins the conspirators, and wonders whether or not it is the right choice and questions his choices, “Into what dangers would you lead me…/ That you would have me seek into myself/ For which is not in me?” (Shakespeare I.ii. 69-71). His strong beliefs are what ultimately convince him to join the conspirators, for the good of Rome. Also, Brutus believes in equality and respect. He gives a speech to the public because he feels they deserve to know the reason why Caesar dies, ‘And, waving our red weapons o’er our heads,/ Let’s all cry “Peace, freedom, and liberty!”’. (Shakespeare III.i. 121-122). This heroic quality is one of the things that drives him to be a good leader, and a good person as well. As much as these traits lead us to believe

Many who have read or seen Julius Caesar view Brutus as a hero. Brutus did claim to save Rome and get the people out of their situation but was killing another man to accomplish that the right answer? Brutus says “Let's all cry, Peace, Freedom, and Liberty”! (Shakespeare scene 1. 3. 110) This is cried out directly after Caesar is murdered. With that being said the people of Rome that were relieved of their struggles would have been grateful and wouldn’t see the wrong in his deeds. Brutus was very passionate about Rome and wanted the best for his city. He says “Not that I loved Caesar less, but that I loved Rome more”.(Shakespeare 2. 3. 8) This would be an honorable quote that could prove brutus is a noble man if he didn’t murder caesar who he claimed to love almost as much as Rome. I do believe Brutus had the right intentions and did truly respect Rome and want the