Julius Caesar Act 1 scene 3

Which is NOT one of the strange things Casca claims to have seen at the beginning of scene 3?

• A lion in the streets

• a man whose hand was on fire

• a serpent in his house

• an owl at noon

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What reason does Cassius give for the storm and the strange occurrences?

• They are signs that the gods are displeased with Caesar.

• They are signs that the gods do not want him to kill Caesar.

• They are simply natural occurrences and don't mean anything.

• They are signs to leave Brutus out of the conspiracy.

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According to Casca, what is the Senate's plan tomorrow?

• To banish Caesar

• To assassinate Caesar

• To crown Caesar king

• To turn them in to Caesar

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Based on his comments in scene 3, what is Cassius's opinion about Caesar's power?

• Caesar is violent and forces people's obedience.

• Caesar is only powerful because he preys on the weak.

• Caesar is smart and manipulative.

• Caesar has worked hard to earn his position.

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What is Cassius's view of the Roman people?

• They are weak followers, like sheep.

• They are sensible and think things through.

• They are strong-willed.

• They are powerful, like lions.

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What are the papers that Cassius gives to Cinna at the end of scene 3?

• Letters to convince Antony to join the conspiracy.

• Envelopes of money to pay the conspirators.

• Threatening notes to intimidate Caesar.

• The fake letters he wrote to bring Brutus to their side.

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According to the end of scene 3, why is it so important for the conspirators to have Brutus join their plot?

• Brutus is honorable and trustworthy, so the Romans will accept what they did.

• Brutus is like a sheep, so he will follow whatever Cassius tells him to do.

• Brutus is Caesar's friend, so Brutus can easily get close to him.

• Brutus is the smartest one of the group, so he can figure out the best way to carry out their plan.

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