Act+I


 * Act I**

Caesar returns triumphant from battle. Noblemen (including Flavius and Marullus) are upset about Pompey's loss and their loss of power. Caesar denies "crown" of thorns three times in order to please the people (trying to seem humble). He tells Anthony of his distrust of Cassius, who we find out is plotting to assassinate Caesar. Anthony tells Caesar to not fear Cassius. However, Cassius plays on Brutus's (another nobleman) weaknesses and tries to