... a tool of verbal and emotional powerplay are a persuasive force, capable of altering the actions of individuals. In Act 1 of the play, Cassius, a shrewd and manipulative character, utilises verbal and emotional powerplay in his attempt to draw Brutus into the conspiracy. Cassius refers to the time when Caesar suffered from an epileptic fit, with the implication that power and physical strength are synonymous ... than Brutus "What should be in that name, Caesar? Why should that name be sounded more than yours?" Cassius is attempting to flatter Brutus in order to draw him into the conspir...

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