The central idea that this passage develops is fate. In this excerpt, the character is reflecting on the chaotic events around them, suggesting a sense of foreboding and the influence of higher powers (the gods) on human affairs. The mention of “a tempest dropping fire” and “civil strife in heaven” indicates a belief that fate or some greater force is at play, influencing the events occurring in the world.
CASCA. But never till tonight, never till now,
Did I go through a tempest dropping fire.
Either there is a civil strife in heaven,
Or else the world, too saucy with the gods,
Incenses them to send destruction.
– The Tragedy of Julius Caesar,
William Shakespeare
Which central idea does this passage develop?
fate
loyalty
integrity
friendship
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