In the art of writing, there are various ways of expressing thoughts, beliefs, and many other things. One way, is through Symbolism where a person, animal, inanimate object, or an action is used to represent and explain a procedure or purpose from a story. Common symbols are physical object used to convey a conceptual idea, or a belief. Symbols may appeal to a reader's emotions and can offer a way to express a thought, communicate a message, or explain meaning. In Julius Caesar, William Shakespeare uses symbolism through dreams, acts, and animals to convey ideas and explain purposes.

Calpurnia's dream is a significant symbol. Before Caesar's death, Calpurnia has a dream that symbolizes Caesar's murder and the end of his rule. "Caesar, I never stood on ceremonies Yet now they fright me. There is one within, Besides the things that we have heard and seen, Recounts most horrid...