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Calpurnia

Caesar's superstitious wife who dreams of his murder.

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Also known as Calpurnia Caesar

First appearance: Scene II

Calpurnia shows up with force in Scene II. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Calpurnia is noted as having a pale cheek as Caesar returns from the games, hinting at her anxiety.
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In Scene II: Calpurnia is noted as having a pale cheek as Caesar returns from the games, hinting at her anxiety. Later, in Scene II:…

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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

SetupAftermathClimax
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  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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