Julius Caesar Unit 4 Lesson 4.18 Test Review

Read the character list:

• Julius Caesar, the proud Dictator of Rome

• Mark Antony, Caesar's best

friend, a fine general

• Octavius (Oc-tay-vee-us)

Caesar's adopted son

• Artemidorus (Ar-tee-muh-dor-us), a teacher

• Soldier

Which best describes the relationship between Caesar and Octavius?

• Friends

• Father and son

• General and soldier

• Professor and student

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Choose the answer.

Which best identifies the element of plot that the third act of Julius Caesar depicts?

• exposition

• climax

• rising action

• falling action

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Choose the answer.

Which best describes the relationship between the argument between Brutus and Cassius and Brutus's internal conflict?

• Both suggest that Caesar's death was unnecessary.

• Both arise from the fact that Brutus is constantly wondering if he's truly doing what's best for Rome.

• Both are signs that Brutus is dishonorable and untrustworthy.

• Both reflect the curse on Caesar, since both of these men are his assassins.

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Choose the answer.

Which best describes the effects of the conflict between Brutus and Cassius?

• Brutus appears extremely paranoid, even insane.

• Cassius is now the man who knows what's best for Rome.

• It elevates Brutus as the only noble man.

• It suggests that Antony will soon invade Sardis.

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Which refers to the time during which Shakespeare lived in England?

• Post-Modern Age

• Middle Ages

• Golden Age

• Victorian Age

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Read the sentence.

"Et tu, Brute?" is a Latin phrase used to express

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__________.

• a feeling of being betrayed

• a feeling of intense shock

• a feeling of deep despair

• a feeling of uncontrollable rage

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Which best identifies a subplot of Julius Caesar and explains its significance?

• Antony and Octavius declare war on Brutus and Cassius; it helps to build suspense about who will triumph and rule Rome.

• Brutus struggles with Cassius, as both wish to rule Rome; it shows that, even after Caesar's death, the struggle for power continues.

• Calpurnia and Portia struggle to find meaning in society with their husbands gone; it shows that Roman women had a very limited role in society.

• Brutus has a conflict with himself over whether he has acted for the good of Rome; it demonstrates Brutus's nobility and honor.

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Which best identifies a subplot in Julius Caesar and explains its significance?

• Brutus and Cassius argue over bribes; it explains why Brutus is unwilling to trust Cassius, and why he insists upon marching to Philippi.

• Brutus and Portia argue over the best way to kill Caesar; it shows that the roles for women in Roman society were quite limited.

• Cassius argues with Brutus over the best military strategy; it demonstrates why Cassius would be a better leader than Brutus.

• Antony states that Brutus was Rome's most noble man; it shows that Antony is a man of ambition who is no more fit to rule than Cassius or Caesar.

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Review the statement of theme.

Among powerful men, nobility is a rare trait.

Which detail is most helpful in developing this theme?

• Brutus came from a very aristocratic and wealthy family.

• Brutus is the only conspirator who acted for the good of Rome, rather than out of jealousy, bitterness, or a thirst for power.

• Antony was once Brutus's best friend.

• Brutus was a traitor and a criminal.

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Review the statement of theme.

Arrogance can be fatal.

• Antony is a powerful public speaker, skilled in effective rhetoric.

• The men and women of Rome are easily swayed by well-constructed speeches.

• Caesar ignores multiple warnings about his own death.

• Brutus is the only conspirator who acted for the good of Rome, rather than out of jealousy, bitterness, or a thirst for power.

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