Question

Which quotation is an example of Antony's use of anticipation as a persuasive technique? A. " but heres a parchment with the seal of caesar; I found it in his closet, 'tis his will B.)"But Brutus says he was ambitious; And Brutus is an honorauble man." C.) "Look in this place ran Cassius' dagger through: D.) "You all loved him once, not without cause: What cause withholds you then, to mourn for him?"??

Answer 1

A. "but here's a parchment with the seal of Caesar; I found it in his closet, 'tis his will"

Antony mentions Caesar's will to the crowd, knowing that they will want to know what it says. He plays on this anticipation to keep them listening and make them continue to be on his side. Eventually he does reveal what the will says. 

Answer 2

Answer:

A. " but heres a parchment with the seal of caesar; I found it in his closet, 'tis his will.

Explanation:

Anthony uses several rhetorical devices in his speech, which is part of the reason why the speech has become so memorable. In this line, Anthony tells the audience that he has found a document with the seal of Caesar. It was found in his closet and it is his will. Anthony knows that this will build anticipation among the people, because they will want to know what the will states.