Julius Caesar In-Class Writing

Calpurnia: When beggars die, there are no comets seen;

The heavens themselves blaze forth the death of princes.

Caesar: Cowards die many times before their deaths,

The valiant never taste of death but once.

- Act Two, lines 30-34

Explain these famous lines. Are deaths treated differently because of who the dead is (or was)? Why or why not? Explain Caesar’s thoughts. Do you agree with him? Explain your thoughts clearly. Include specific examples from your own life, the news, popular culture, and/or this play.