Julius Caesar Act 3 Scene 2

Front

Why does Antony grieve after Caesar's death and then pledges allegiance to the conspirators?

Back

His grief is sincere, but his pledge is insincere.

Front

What is the crowd's perception of Brutus and the conspirators after Antony's speech?

Back

The crowd sees Brutus and the other conspirators as enemies.

Front

Brutus says he killed Caesar because he loved...

Back

Rome.

Front

Why does Antony repeat the lines 'But Brutus says he was ambitious; / And Brutus is an honorable man'?

Back

To make people question Brutus' honor.

Front

What document does Antony share with the Roman mob?

Back

Caesar's will.

Front

What rhetorical strategy does Antony use in his speech to sway the crowd?

Back

He uses irony and repetition.

Front

What is the significance of Caesar's will in Antony's speech?

Back

It incites the crowd's anger and sympathy.

Front

How does Antony's speech change the mood of the crowd?

Back

It shifts from mourning to anger and rebellion.

Front

What role does pathos play in Antony's funeral speech?

Back

It appeals to the crowd's emotions to gain their support.

Front

What is the effect of Antony calling Brutus 'an honorable man'?

Back

It creates doubt about Brutus' honor and motives.