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How was Mark Antony able to provoke the Roman mob against the conspirators? What lessons can be learnt from Antony’s speech in public oratory? |
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Answer» Mark Antony was a shrewd manipulator. Moreover, he was a wonderful orator. He was also a great judge of men and situations. He knew that the Roman mob would not be moved by the cold logic and idealism of Brutus. The mob was swayed and aroused by arousing their basic passions. Therefore, first he created pity and sympathy for Caesar in the minds of the people. He systematically proved that Caesar was not ambitious as painted by Brutus and other conspirators. He thought of the general welfare. He rejected the offer of the crown thrice. His will showed his love for the Romans. Once establishing Caesar’s virtues, he turned the tide against the conspirators. Caesar opened all his parks and orchards for public use. He succeeded in proving that Brutus, Cassius and others were liars and murderers. Then he directed the anger, hatred and fury of the mob against the conspirators. |
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