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Read the excerpt from Julius Caesar by William Shakespeare. Which statement develops the theme that abuse of power leads to destruction?
CASSIUS: Why, man, he doth bestride the narrow world
Like a Colossus, and we petty men
Walk under his huge legs and peep about
To find ourselves dishonorable graves
Men at some time are masters of their fates.
The fault, dear Brutus, is not in our stars
But in ourselves, that we are underlings.
Brutus and Caesar-what should be in that "Caesar"?
Why should that name be sounded more than yours?
Write them together, yours is as fair a name.
Sound them, it doth become the mouth as well.
Weigh them, it is as heavy Conjure with 'em,
"Brutus" will start a spirit as soon as "Caesar."
Now in the names of all the gods at once,
Upon what meat doth this our Caesar feed
That he is grown so great? Age, thou art shamed
Rome, thou hast lost the breed of noble bloods!



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In the excerpt from Julius Caesar by William Shakespeare, the statement that develops the theme that abuse of power leads to destruction is: "Now in the names of all the gods at once, Upon what meat doth this our Caesar feed That he is grown so great? Age, thou art shamed Rome, thou hast lost the breed of noble bloods!" This statement emphasizes the idea that Caesar's excessive power and greatness have led to negative consequences for Rome, such as the loss of noble bloodlines. It highlights the corrupting influence of power and how it can ultimately bring about destruction. The imagery of Caesar feeding on something unknown suggests a sense of insatiable greed and unchecked power that leads to downfall. This passage reflects the theme that abuse of power can result in tragic outcomes.