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Caesar's Arrival in Egypt
- Caesar, in Egypt after defeating Pompey, receives Pompey's severed head.
- He is manipulated by Ptolemy's advisor, but Cleopatra seeks Caesar's favor.
Cleopatra's Grand Entrance
- Cleopatra, smuggled into Caesar's room, meets him.
- Caesar, significantly older, becomes smitten with the young queen.
Egypt's Diverse Population
- Egypt's diverse population includes Macedonians, indigenous Egyptians, and a large Jewish community.
- Ruling Egypt requires balancing these ethnic tensions.