The central idea of this excerpt is that Antony wants them to explain why they believed Caesar was dangerous. He is addressing the conspirators and asking for their reasons, indicating that he is not entirely convinced of their justification for Caesar's assassination.
ANTONY. Therefore I took your hands, but was indeed
Swayed from the point by looking down on Caesar.
Friends am I with you all, and love you all,
Upon this hope: that you shall give me reasons
Why and wherein Caesar was dangerous.
What is the central idea of this excerpt?
Antony is pleased to shake hands with the conspirators.
Antony agrees with the conspirators that Caesar was dangerous.
Antony regrets not being included in the conspiracy and wishes he had played a part in Caesar’s murder.
Antony wants them to explain why they believed Caesar was dangerous.
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