Antony and Cleopatra, Act 3, Scene 7 summary
Act 3, Scene 7 of 42 · 4 min to read the scene
In Act 3, Scene 7, Antony chooses to fight Caesar at sea despite warnings that his ships and crews are weaker than his land army. Cleopatra supports the decision, news confirms Caesar's capture of Toryne, and Canidius receives command of the land forces while Antony heads toward his ship.
What happens
- Cleopatra rejects Enobarbus's objection that her presence distracts Antony and insists on taking part in the war.
- Antony reports Caesar's rapid advance and chooses a sea battle because Caesar challenges him.
- Canidius and Enobarbus urge Antony to use his superior land forces, but Cleopatra offers sixty ships.
- A messenger confirms the capture of Toryne, and Antony assigns the land army to Canidius.
- A soldier urges Antony to trust experienced fighters rather than ships, but Antony leaves with Cleopatra and Enobarbus.
- Canidius agrees with the soldier, discusses Caesar's speed and commanders, and receives Antony's summons.
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What to notice
Canidius treats Antony's decision as a failure of independent command. His complaint also exposes the hostility toward female authority surrounding Cleopatra's participation.
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Why does Antony first say he chooses to fight at sea?
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