Julius Caesar

Flavius and Marullus

Roman tribunes who scold the commoners for celebrating Caesar's victory over Pompey.

Fickle

The quality of changing frequently, especially in regards to loyalty or allegiance.

Idolizing

Regard with blind adoration or devotion, as Flavius and Marullus criticize the crowd for idolizing Caesar.

Soothsayer

A person who is able to predict the future; in this case, warns Caesar to 'Beware the Ides of March.'

Manipulate

To control or influence cleverly or unscrupulously; as seen in Cassius’s attempts to persuade Brutus against Caesar.

Omen

An event regarded as a portent of good or evil; Casca describes several unnatural omens seen during the storm.

Ambition

A strong desire to do or achieve something, typically requiring determination and hard work; Caesar's ambition is a key theme.

Republicanism

The belief in a system of government in which power rests with the people and their elected representatives; contrasted with tyranny.

Conspiracy

A secret plan by a group to do something unlawful or harmful; the conspirators plan to assassinate Caesar.

Superstition

An irrational belief arising from ignorance or fear; Caesar's superstition is evident when he disregards the soothsayer.

Conflict

A serious disagreement or argument; the main conflict revolves around Caesar's potential rule as king.

Brutus

A tragic hero torn between his loyalty to Caesar and his duty to protect the Republic.

Cassius

A manipulative character who seeks to persuade Brutus to join the conspiracy against Caesar.

Casca

A cynical observer of Roman politics who describes the omens and foreshadows the chaos to come.

Fate vs. Free Will

A theme exploring whether characters' fates are predetermined or if they have the power to shape their outcomes.