Julius Caesar

             Julius Caesar was a man of great power, who many looked to for advice and help. When he was murdered, many were in pain and some rejoiced. Even Caesar's friend, Brutus, helped kill him and was even the last to stab. The reason for his death was because he was gaining too much power, too quickly. For the people who were power hungry themselves, they were happy to see him dead, but for those who could care less it was a blow to their society.
             Antony, a follower of Julius, was very grateful of the power of others. Antony said, "When Caesar says 'Do this.' it is performed," he showed us that some people obey the powerful. Antony was a good friend of Caesar, who obeyed his every command. Although he may have been a little hungry for power he didn't show it, and he never gave any sign to it. Unfortunately, everyone doesn't feel the same as Antony does and can become quite jealous of power. Caesar says, "He [Brutus] thinks too much, such men are dangerous." Caesar can tell that Brutus doesn't like the power Caesar is holding. Caesar would have become very scared that something may happen. With power comes a large burden, and Caesar begins to feel this onus. He seems to not really care an is still a power hungry leader.
             Cassius, who disliked all the power Caesar had, he shows that some people can be jealous of power. We hear Cassius say, " I will kill myself before Caesar grows in power." Some people were afraid of the power that was held by others. Although Caesar was great man, many were afraid of the power that was capable of being reached by a man like Caesar. When we hear Caesar say, "I am as constant as the northern star," it is like he is flourishing in his power and will never change his ways. He shows us that power can easily take control over someone's body and mind, and makes them feel unstoppable. This fe
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