Julius Caesar Act 2 scene 1

This full lesson presentation guides the class through the scene in detail, considering the power and conventions of the soliloquy as well as the dramatic impact of blank verse and the positioning of key terms and concepts within the performed line. The character of Brutus is considered in detail as he is shown grappling with his conscience, his sense of duty and his understanding of what it is to be a loyal servant of Rome (and the the unique concept of the Roman Republic). Literary techniques such as dramatic irony, character function, the soliloquy, metaphor, personification and persuasive rhetoric are highlighted and explored. The lesson closes with a practice exam-style question on the presentation of Brutus with hints and reminders to help students consolidate their learning.