Brutus is often considered a tragic hero, or in other words a character who makes a judgment error that inevitably leads to his/her own

destruction. Considering his positive attributes, his flaws, and his role in the play, do you agree or disagree with this sentiment? Why/why not?

You may also consider discussing why another character may be the tragic hero.

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Simon Lambert

3 April, 01:31

Brutus is often considered a tragic hero, or in other words a character who makes a judgment error that inevitably leads to his/her own

destruction. Considering his positive attributes, his flaws, and his role in the play, do you agree or disagree with this sentiment? Why/why not?

You may also consider discussing why another character may be the tragic hero.

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Joanna · Answer 1

Brutus is a tragic hero as his judgement of error in killing Caesar leads to his downfall but he is an inherently good man.

Explanation:

Brutus is an enigmatic character in the play as he joins the conspiracy and drags the dagger into the heart of Caesar yet he has love for him and torments himself for doing it.

He does not kill Caesar eventually because he hates him, he mentions repeatedly that he likes him and thinks of him as a great man and as a friend.

He does so because he thinks this is what will be good for Rome and as a patriot it is his responsibility to do this for the nation.

He torments himself for the act and realizes eventually that it has done more harm than good, making him die in the end as his fall is tragic and follows the classical principles.