Julius Caesar Acts I-III Review

What is the internal conflict that Brutus faces in Act I?

• Deciding what to have for dinner

• Choosing a new outfit to wear

• Joining the conspiracy to assassinate Caesar or remaining loyal to him

• Deciding whether to go for a walk or stay inside

What is Caesar's ambition and how does it affect the other characters?

• Caesar's ambition is to become a musician and it affects the other characters by making them appreciate music more

• Caesar's ambition is to become a chef and it affects the other characters by making them hungry

• Caesar's ambition is to become the sole ruler of Rome, and it affects the other characters by creating jealousy, fear, and a desire for power among them.

• Caesar's ambition is to become a farmer and it affects the other characters by inspiring them to pursue agriculture

Who are the main conspirators against Caesar and what are their motivations?

• Cleopatra, Ptolemy, and Arsinoe. Their motivations include desire for revenge and control over Egypt.

• Brutus, Cassius, Casca, and others. Their motivations include fear of Caesar's growing power, concern for the Republic, and personal ambition.

• Mark Antony, Octavian, and Lepidus. Their motivations include loyalty to Caesar and desire for power.

• Pompey, Crassus, and Cicero. Their motivations include fear of Caesar's growing power and personal ambition.

What are the key points made in Brutus' funeral oration for Caesar?

• Brutus did not mention anything about the dangers of Caesar's ambition

• Brutus emphasizes that he killed Caesar for the good of Rome, not out of personal ambition, and he praises Caesar's virtues while also highlighting the dangers of his ambition.

• Brutus praised Caesar's ambition and highlighted his virtues

• Brutus emphasized that he killed Caesar out of personal ambition

How does Brutus justify his involvement in the conspiracy to the public?

• He was blackmailed into joining the conspiracy

• He acted in the best interest of Rome and to prevent Caesar from becoming a tyrant.

• He was paid a large sum of money to participate

• He wanted to become the new ruler of Rome

What is the significance of the soothsayer's warning to Caesar?

• To warn Caesar about a potential invasion from a neighboring kingdom

• To foreshadow Caesar's impending doom and betrayal

• To predict Caesar's rise to power and success

• To advise Caesar on how to improve his leadership skills

How does Cassius manipulate Brutus into joining the conspiracy?

• By appealing to his sense of honor and patriotism, and by convincing him that Caesar's ambition poses a threat to the Roman Republic.

• By blackmailing him with a scandalous secret

• By offering him a large sum of money

• By threatening to harm his family

What is the reaction of the Roman citizens to Caesar's assassination?

• They were shocked and outraged

• They were happy and relieved

• They were supportive and understanding

• They were indifferent and unconcerned

What are the contrasting styles and messages of Antony's and Brutus' funeral orations?

• Antony's speech is emotional and manipulative, while Brutus' speech is emotional and manipulative.

• Antony's speech is logical and rational, while Brutus' speech is emotional and manipulative.

• Antony's speech is emotional and manipulative, while Brutus' speech is logical and rational.

• Antony's speech is emotional and manipulative, while Brutus' speech is illogical and irrational.

How does the relationship between Brutus and Cassius change throughout Acts I-III?

• A. They remain close friends and allies throughout Acts I-III.

• C. They become bitter enemies and try to kill each other.

• D. They have no interaction throughout Acts I-III.

• B. It starts off as close friends and allies, but becomes strained due to conflicting opinions and actions.