Question Covers material from.
.1.2.1 Understand the Elements of Rhetoric
•1.2.6 Analyze Using Rhetoric to Sway an Audience
Which lines from Brutus's speech in The Tragedy of Julius Caesar most clearly show
pathos?
A. As Caesar loved me, I weep for him; / as he was fortunate, I rejoice at it
B. believe me / for mine honour, and have respect to mine honour, that /you
may believe
OC. Romans, countrymen, and lovers! hear me for my / cause, and be silent,
that you may hear
OD. Who is here so / vile that will not love his country? If any, speak; / for him
have I offended.



Answer :

In Brutus's speech in "The Tragedy of Julius Caesar," the lines that most clearly show pathos are:

A. As Caesar loved me, I weep for him; / as he was fortunate, I rejoice at it.

Explanation:
1. In this line, Brutus expresses his emotions by stating that he weeps for Caesar because Caesar loved him. This shows a sense of sorrow and emotional connection, appealing to the audience's emotions or pathos.

Another line that exhibits pathos is:

OD. Who is here so / vile that will not love his country? If any, speak; / for him have I offended.

Explanation:
1. Here, Brutus appeals to the audience's love for their country by questioning who would not love their country. This statement aims to evoke a sense of patriotism and emotional connection to the audience, appealing to their emotions or pathos.