Why doesn't Brutus want to swear an oath with the conspirators?

He thinks a just cause needs no oath to bind the doers to their cause.

He is planning to double-cross them later on.

He thinks it is bad luck to swear an oath.

He is afraid Lucius will overhear him and run to warn Caesar.

Decius is instrumental in getting Caesar to go to the capitol by

reinterpreting Calpurnia's dream & shaming Caesar

forcing Calpurnia to change her mind

he is actually not successful in getting Caesar to the capitol

What do the last words of Caesar "Et tu, Brute?" reveal about Caesar's relationship with Brutus?

Caesar was surprised his friend would turn on him.

Caesar was not surprised Brutus stabbed him.

Caesar knew all along Brutus was not trustworthy.

Caesar was telling him goodbye.

After Caesar's death, Brutus states Caesar had to be killed for the following two reasons.

The well being of Rome & Caesar was too ambitious

Caesar was too old and very sick

Caesar was not the best choice for King and would ultimately fail

Caesar was too ambitious and was not his friend

Cassius disagrees with Brutus allowing Mark Antony to speak at Caesar's funeral because

he thinks he will sway the crowd.

he thinks it will be too emotional for the crowd to handle.

he is actually ok with Mark Antony speaking at Caesar's funeral.

he thinks Mark Antony will "politic" for his own benefit of becoming King.

Which of the following becomes obvious after the disagreements between Cassius and Brutus?

Brutus has become the new leader of the conspiracy.

Brutus and Cassius will never get along.

Cassius regrets bringing Brutus into the conspiracy.

Cassius is the real brains of the conspiracy.

What does the death of the poet Cinna reveal?

that he was the assassin Cinna in disguise

how angry the mob of citizens is

Why did Brutus and Cassius flee Rome?

Their lives were in danger after Antony's remarks at the funeral.

They had hidden Caesar's fortune and wanted to recover it.

They were following their wives, who had left the city earlier.

They want to get the army to put down the riot.

What message did Caesar's ghost bring Brutus?

B. He would see Brutus at Philippi.

C. Brutus would never live to rule Rome.

D. Brutus should not go to Philippi but should go directly to Rome.

She killed herself by swallowin hot coals

He kills himself with his sword.

The ghost of Caesar frightened him to death.

He is taken prisoner and one of the soldiers accidentally kills him.

Why did Cassius kill himself?

He thought Titinius had been captured and that they had lost the battle

He was captured and forced to kill himslef

Why did Antony say Brutus was the "noblest Roman of them all"?

C. The others killed Caesar for personal gain, but Brutus believed he was doing the right thing for his countrymen.

A. Brutus was the only one who died an honorable death.

B. Brutus saw the error of his ways before he died and apologized to Antony.

D. Antony was trying to appease the people so they would not riot when they learned Brutus was dead.

Julius Caesar Test

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This quiz thoroughly assesses student comprehension of William Shakespeare's *Julius Caesar*, covering the complete arc of the tragedy from historical setting through character motivations and ultimate consequences. Designed for high school students in grades 9-12, the assessment requires deep understanding of plot progression, character relationships, thematic elements, and significant quotations from the play. Students must demonstrate knowledge of key dramatic moments including the conspiracy's formation, Caesar's assassination, the funeral speeches, and the final battle at Philippi. The questions demand analysis of character motivations, particularly the complex relationship between Brutus and Cassius, the manipulation tactics used by various characters, and the tragic irony that permeates the play. Students need to understand Shakespeare's exploration of themes such as honor versus loyalty, political ambition, and the consequences of moral choices, while also recognizing specific textual evidence including famous lines, symbolic elements like Caesar's ghost, and the historical context of ancient Rome. Created by Suzann Keith, an English teacher in the US who teaches grades 9-12. This comprehensive assessment serves as an excellent summative evaluation tool following a complete unit on *Julius Caesar*, though individual sections can be adapted for formative assessment during reading. Teachers can utilize this quiz as a final test, break it into smaller chunks for chapter-by-chapter comprehension checks, or assign portions as homework to reinforce daily reading assignments. The mix of plot-based and analytical questions makes it ideal for reviewing before Advanced Placement Literature examinations or state assessments. This quiz directly supports Common Core Standards CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.9-10.1 (citing textual evidence), CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.9-10.3 (analyzing character development), and CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.9-10.2 (determining themes), while also addressing higher-level standards CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.11-12.3 (analyzing impact of author's choices) and CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.11-12.5 (analyzing structure's contribution to meaning and aesthetic impact).

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Julius Caesar Test

The setting of Julius Caesar is...

How many times was Caesar offered the crown?

What is the warning of the soothsayer to Caesar?

In the beginning, who is the main person behind the idea of killing Caesar?

Who does Cassius try to convince to overthrow Caesar?

What is the name of Caesar's wife?

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Brutus says that he loves Caesar but he loves ______ more.

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