Why is Decius more successful in persuading Caesar than Calpurnia?

1.	Why is Decius more successful in persuading Caesar than Calpurnia?
Answer» Decius Brutus is a part of the conspiracy. He has been deliberately sent to persuade Caesar to go to the Capitol. He employs flattery, conceit and temptation in persuading Caesar. First, he gives a flattering interpretation to Calpurnia’s dream. Secondly, he taunts that Caesar will become a stock of laughter if he yields to his wife’s foolish fears. Lastly, he tells Caesar that the Senate has decided to offer him the crown that day. Calpurnia is a devoted wife but her bad dream and ill-omens fail to impress Caesar’s ego and arrogance.

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Decius Brutus is a part of the conspiracy. He has been deliberately sent to persuade Caesar to go to the Capitol. He employs flattery, conceit and temptation in persuading Caesar. First, he gives a flattering interpretation to Calpurnia’s dream. Secondly, he taunts that Caesar will become a stock of laughter if he yields to his wife’s foolish fears. Lastly, he tells Caesar that the Senate has decided to offer him the crown that day.

Calpurnia is a devoted wife but her bad dream and ill-omens fail to impress Caesar’s ego and arrogance.

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