Julius Caesar Act 1 Flashcard

Front

What is most important to Brutus?

Back

Rome & Romans

Front

Cassius needs Brutus to join the conspiracy against Caesar. Which is NOT a reason? Options: Brutus is the only one who knows the code to Caesar's safe, Brutus is well respected in Rome, Brutus will add credibility to their efforts, If led by Brutus, the conspiracy will look like saviors and not criminals

Back

Brutus is the only one who knows the code to Caesar's safe

Front

By the end of Act 1, scene 3, who has joined Cassius as conspirators against Caesar?

Back

Cicero, Casca, Cinna

Front

On what does Cassius blame Caesar's rise to power?

Back

The weak and inferior commoners of Rome

Front

At the end of Act I, Scene iii, what are Cassius's two specific plans involving Cinna and Casca?

Back

He tells Cinna to make sure Brutus receives the faked letters, while he and Casca go to see Brutus.

Front

Why might Cassius compare Caesar to the "dreadful night" that is terrifying and out of control?

Back

Aware that Casca is looking for an explanation for the omens, Cassius supplies one that serves his anti-Caesar agenda.

Front

What one word best describes how Marullus sees the plebians?

Back

Fickle

Front

What qualities within Brutus does Cassius deliberately take advantage of?

Back

His nobility and desire to serve Rome.

Front

How many times did Caesar refuse the crown from Antony?

Back

3