1. Antony and Cleopatra
Explain how Shakespeare uses language in "Antony and Cleopatra" to depict the two main protagonists. ... Shakespeare even invents actions by Octavius Caesar in order to increase our sympathy for the lovers. ... He only ever cried when Julius Caesar died, and he is the greatest soldier that Octavius Caesar knows. ... The fact that Antony spends much of his time in Egypt causes Octavius Caesar to worry that he is becoming effeminate. ... Shakespeare uses many oxymorons in the play; an example of this is when Cleopatra says: " .. ...
- Word Count: 2297
- Approx Pages: 9
- Grade Level: High School