Read the excerpt from act 1, scene 2, of julius caesar. cassius. to every new protester; if you know that i do fawn on men and hug them hard and after scandal them: or if you know that i profess myself in banqueting to all the rout: then hold me dangerous. [flourish, and shout] which statement best explains why shakespeare has cassius use the word fawn rather than a synonym such as flatter to describe his actions? fawn is more negative, suggesting manipulation of another for personal gain. fawn is a comparison to a deer and therefore creates a weak image. flatter is the more negative word, and cassius wishes to be kind in his description. flatter is used throughout the play as a compliment, and cassius would not brag about his own abilities.