Shakespeare most likely chose the word head instead of the word leader because it emphasizes Hamlet’s independence. adds gruesome images to Laertes speech. continues his comparison of government to a human body. creates a scary tone that contrasts with Ophelia’s innocence.

Astonishing means surprising

“the first decision that led to brutus’ downfall is when he decided that he would join the conspirators in their plot to kill caesar. the plot did not work. the conspirators had to flee for their very lives. the second decision that led to brutus’ downfall is when he refused to listen to cassius. “ i hope this information you.