Now let it work. Mischief, thou art afoot, Take thou what course thou wilt!’ Who says the above lines? How does he succeed in instigating the people of Rome against the conspirators?

Now let it work. Mischief, thou art afoot, Take thou what course thou

1.	Now let it work. Mischief, thou art afoot, Take thou what course thou wilt!’ Who says the above lines? How does he succeed in instigating the people of Rome against the conspirators?
Answer» Antony is his speech, highlights the positive qualities of Julius Caesar. Caesar was a great warrior, a formidable General who brought captives to Rome and filled its coffers. He was valiant and fearless. Moreover, he was not ambitious, as projected by the conspirators. He had thrice refused the crown when he was offered. Caesar’s heart bled for the welfare of Rome and he had Roman interests on top of any other consideration. He had also bequeathed all his property, money, walks, chambers and orchards for the people of Rome. He was a champion of Roman liberty and wanted to make Rome a very powerful nation. Hearing all this, mob feel emotionally supportive of Antony and he was able to provoke them to rise against Brutus and the others.

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