A strong leader will put their responsibilities before themselves. Brutus is the perfect example of a Roman with strong leadership qualities. Sir Marcus Brutus possesses the strongest leadership qualities in comparison to Julius Caesar, these qualities can be proved by his betrayal of a friend for Rome, his detachment from his dear wife, and the fact that most of Rome could account for his noble character
Marcus Brutus betrays Julius Caesar, who we know is a Roman general that was recently victorious against Pompey. Brutus agrees to join the conspiracy and remained faithful to his original purpose. Brutus says “I don’t Cassius, though I love Caesar very much” and “If it’s for the good of all Romans, I’d do it even if it meant my death”(Shakespeare Act I pg#9). While Brutus loved Caesar, he acknowledged his flaws and protected Rome from his tyranny. You will find that this is not the only
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“I’m doing so. Good Portia, go to bed” (Shakespeare Act II pg#12). He attempts to avoid confining in her and when he finally submits he no longer has the opportunity. After Caesar’s death, Cassius reveals to Brutus that Portia has committed suicide. This is yet another relationship that Brutus has sacrificed for Rome. His great sacrifices show why he is well known for his honorable character.
Following Brutus’ story, you and the others on Plebeian Road may have noticed that Brutus is famous in Rome for his noble character. Everything he has done shows how honorable he is and this reflects his strong leadership qualities.“This was the noblest Roman of them all” (Shakespeare Act V pg#20). After Brutus’ passing, Mark Antony and Octavius both acknowledged that Brutus deserved a burial ritual with the most respect because of his noble character. This demonstrates why he possesses stronger leadership qualities than Caesar, who attracted a large number of