In the play's final act, why does Antony describe Brutus as the noblest Roman of them all? A. Antony is acknowledging that Brutus came from a very wealthy and aristocratic Roman family. B. Antony knows that Brutus was the only conspirator who acted for the good of Rome. C. Antony considers Brutus to be a traitor and a criminal; his words are sarcastic. D. Antony was once Brutus's best friend.

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Kamari Trevino

9 August, 04:48

In the play's final act, why does Antony describe Brutus as the noblest Roman of them all? A. Antony is acknowledging that Brutus came from a very wealthy and aristocratic Roman family. B. Antony knows that Brutus was the only conspirator who acted for the good of Rome. C. Antony considers Brutus to be a traitor and a criminal; his words are sarcastic. D. Antony was once Brutus's best friend.

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Willie · Answer 1

The answer is letter B. Antony knows that Brutus was the only conspirator who acted for the good of Rome. Brutus joined the conspirators because he thought this would restore the power and glory of the Republic. Nonetheless, Anthony won over the crowd who supported him and turned on the conspirators.