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

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.