Following the death of the infamous Caesar in Rome, both Brutus and Antony gave speeches, in which shaped Act III. Throughout the play, rhetorical devices such as logos, pathos, and ethos were used. Both characters had well developed reasonings for what they truly believed in, however one person’s speech captured the people of Rome’s heart. “Understanding does not cure evil, but it is a definite help, in as much as one can cope with a comprehensible darkness” (Jung). Although, one question stuck out. Who was worthy enough to gain the power over the people of Rome? The usage of logos, ethos, and pathos was a main role in the play of Julius Caesar. It caused a diversity between the ordinary people of Rome, and the main characters in the play. It was easy to point out who favored either logos, ethos, or pathos. The remark, “Both speeches had their unique own way of addressing the crowd as well as differing styles and techniques” on the website (classicnetworks.com). Brutus’s character was defined as a smart, honorable person, who appealed more to logical facts. Antony’s character appealed more to a loving person. He was understanding, and he usually attached more to people’s emotions. …show more content…
His biggest mistake was failing to understand/learn about his audience, before assuming that they would agree with more of a logical explanation. This mistake caused a huge downfall in his plan to convince the people of Rome. Brutus stated more facts of his reasoning for killing Caesar. For example, he said, “Hear me for my cause, and be silent, that you may hear”, (Elements of Literature 831). This saying alone, gave off the impression that Brutus used a different tone to attempt to sway the audience. The saying, “Censure me in your wisdom, and wake your senses” (Elements of Literature
The play by shakespeare called julius caesar was about the story of julius caesar. The story of Julius caesar was that he was stabbed to death by the whole senate. At one part in the play two people named Mark Antony and Brutus started to argue and try to persuade the people in some way by using different rhetorical techniques. Brutus used pathos to persuade the people that he chose right and he was still honorable and caesar deserved to die, but brutus mourned for his death just like the people. Antony used a logos and pathos technique to persuade the people that brutus was bad and that julius did nothing wrong, by using examples Antony made a valid point.
Brutus “the honorable man” vs Antony “the noble man” In a battle of speeches, Brutus and Antony both give their speeches at Caesar’s funeral. In this paper, there will be discussion on the compare and contrast aspect of their speeches. Both Brutus and Antony give amazing speeches, but they both have different tactics when it comes to giving their speeches. In this paper Ethos, Pathos, and logos will be talked about and how each person used them to his advantage.
In Julius Caesar, by William Shakespeare, portrays the assassination of Roman ruler Julius Caesar, the aftermath of his death and the eventual death of the assassins, including Brutus and Cassius. In Act 1, Scene 2, funeral speeches are being given by Mark Anthony and Marcus Brutus after Caesar’s death; although Brutus’ use of ethos was more compelling than Anthony’s, ultimately Anthony’s speech was more persuasive than Brutus’ because of his impressive use of pathos and logos. One type of rhetorical strategy used in speeches and discussion is ethos, or an appeal to ethics. Brutus uses ethos for the majority of his arguments. An example of this is at the very end of his speech.
In the play Julius Caesar by, Julius Shakespeare, both Antony and Brutus give speeches after Caesar died. Brutus tells the people that it was for the good of Rome and had to be done. Brutus also backs up his claim by giving examples of how “ambitious” Caesar was. Antony on the other hand wanted to persuade the Roman people that what Brutus and the conspirators was wrong and they need to seek revenge. Both Antony and Brutus use Ethos, Logos, and Pathos, which are tools used in speaking or writing to persuade people.
He misjudged the crowd greatly and only got blank stares during his speech. The fallacies that Brutus used was false because he stated killing Caesar needed to happen for the sake of the roman people. He also used the either/or fallacy only giving two options he claimed “ would you rather him be alive and live slave, or him die so you are free”(II,ii ,12-33 ). With all the confusion that Brutus caused with his logical speech one of his major flaws was misjudging the crowd badly if he would've taken another route maybe he could've had people to support him. What made their speeches alike was that they were both trying to win over a crowd.
In William Shakespeare's Julius Caesar, Brutus and Antony both used different techniques in order to capture the audience's attention and approval in their speeches about Caesar's death. They both include repetition, rhetorical strategies, dramatic pauses, and parallelism in order to get the crowd on their sides. Both men use different strategies by knowing the audience and they use this to their advantage. Brutus and Antony both choose the use of Pathos and Ethos specifically appeal to the audience and their love for their country.
Mark Twain, an American writer, once said that “actions speaks louder than words but not nearly as often.” This certainly holds true in William Shakespeare’s play, The Tragedy of Julius Caesar. In this play, after conspirators led by Brutus succeeds in killing Julius Caesar, the dictator of Rome, Mark Antony, Caesar's friend, is given a chance to speak at his funeral. Although through verbal words instead of actions, Antony is able to manipulate the plebeians to seek revenge and revolt against the conspirators. If we examine Mark Antony’s funeral oration, we can see that he persuades the crowd to his side by applying the three rhetorical devices, ethos, pathos, and logos.
In Shakespeare’s play, The Tragedy of Julius Caesar, Marcus Brutus and Mark Antony made speeches at Caesar’s funeral. When comparing Marcus Brutus’s and Mark Antony’s use of ethos, pathos, and logos in their funeral speeches, I decided that Brutus delivered the most effective funeral speech. He was able to masterfully use the rhetorical strategies ethos and pathos to write the best speech. Brutus was definitely better at using ethos than Antony.
Brutus and Antony both give speeches at Julius Caesar's funeral. Both men use a variety of ethos, pathos and logos as well. Although both men have very good points, it is clear Antony's speech is more persuasive because he uses ethos, pathos, and logos to appeal to the crowd more than Brutus does. Antony's speech is also more efficiet because he shows emotion and sympathy for the plebeians this makes the plebeians feel as if Antony is one of them and understands how they feel.
In Antony's speech, Antony says “Come I to speak in Caesar's funeral. He was my friend, faithful and just to me; But Brutus says he was ambitious, And Brutus is an honorable man.” Antony uses logos to start convincing the audience why Brutus is wrong. Next Antony uses pathos when he says “ You all did love him once, not without cause; What cause withholds you then to mourn for him?” , the he continues to say “ My heart is in the coffin there with Caesar, and I must pause till it comes back to me.”
In the play The Tragedy of Julius Caesar one of the main characters Caesar is killed in Scene 3 act 2.Then Brutus and Antony both give speeches about how bad they feel. Brutus gives a good speech by using all three of the rhetorical appeals to persuade the crowd to want to listen to what he say by using logos,ethos,pathos to his advantage. Brutus gives a better speech that draws the audience attention,Antony not as much. Therefor here are some very valid points on why Brutus’s speech used the Rhetorical Appeals better.
After reading excerpts from Julius Caesar by William Shakespeare, write an essay that compares Brutus’ speech with Marc Antony’s speech and argues the effectiveness of the rhetorical devices (ethos, pathos, logos) used in each. Be sure to support your position with evidence from the texts. William Shakespeare writes a play about Julius Caesar’s assassination and the speeches his friends gave at his funeral. In the play, Brutus assassinated Caesar because he thought he was protecting Rome. He was saying that if Caesar got all the power he would most likely become vicious and make everyone his slaves.
In Act III, Scene 2 of The Tragedy of Julius Caesar by William Shakespeare, Marc Antony is able to change the mood of the crowd. The commoners transform from a confused, depressed group of people to an angry mob wanting to get back at the conspirators for their despicable action. Antony manages to do so by using ethos, pathos, and logos. These three persuasive techniques all appeal to the audience in a different way. Ethos are phrases that relate to ethics or morals and make oneself sound fair and unbiased.
Brutus 's speech: Brutus speaks to the people of rome why he killed caesar so they will not turn on him. He talked about how he didnt kill him because he didn 't love him but because it was for the better of rome. He also tells the people of rome that letting caesar become king would mean the government type would change and all the wars and hard work his family had put into the government would go away. He also states, for the welfare of rome that he would die for rome if rome demands his death Rhetorical devices: Brutus used questions, logos, parallelism, and pathos to stir the people of rhome. Question-
Brutus delivers his speech in a laudatory manner by conveying Caesar’s deeds and claiming he was ambitious, although Antony contradicts Brutus’ claims and says Caesar spurned the crown with the intent to merely rule as a de facto dictator. Brutus’ speech reveals his motives were truly for the benefit of Rome given his nationalistic tone and Antony’s speech was merely used to obscure his true motives, which was to embroil Rome in a series of civil wars to attain power. Brutus and Antony’s speeches consisted predominantly of Pathos and Ethos, but it is Antony who ultimately it is Antony who prevails because of his almost disingenuous attitude and even use of Logos which is seen when claims that reading Caesar’s will would dishonor his compeers and even Caesar