The Tragedy of Julius Caesar by William Shakespeare

In The Tragedy of Julius Caesar by William Shakespeare, Portia reveals her true character in Act 2, scene 4. Portia's knowledge of Brutus being involved in a certain conflict worries her to a point where she becomes so utterly depressed that she kills herself in thought of Brutus's well being. Earlier in Act 2, scene 1, Portia isn't afraid to show how she really feels about Brutus. Brutus understands where Portia stands in their marriage, and she isn't afraid to acknowledge how she truly feels about a certain situation. Portia differs from Calpurnia in a tremendous way, because Calpurnia doesn't take action in what she feels or says. Shakespeare includes Act 2, scene 4 in The Tragedy of Julius Caesar, because he wants to show a comparison between Portia and Calpurnia. Portia is a symbol of women in society today. Act 2, scene 4 has a great amount of impact in the plot, because it shows how desperate Portia is willing to do anything for Brutus's safety.

Portia knows that Brutus's involvement with whatever he's doing could lead to a very unfortunate event, but she doesn't exactly know what it is. As a loyal and loving wife, Portia worries for her husband like any other woman would. Unlike any other woman, Portia takes action to what she believes in. The main difference between Portia and Calpurnia is that Portia isn't afraid to let others know how she feels while Calpurnia is afraid. Calpurnia knew that Caesar was in deep trouble from the moment her dream occurred, but she didn't take any action as Caesar left to the Capitol. She knew that was the last time she'd ever see her husband again. Tying into the difference between Portia and Calpurnia, Portia is willing to risk anything to prove her own statement.

Portia would do anything for Brutus. In Act 2, scene 4, Portia suffers a great amount of guilt due to Brutus's involvement of the conspiracy. "I would have had thee