Julius Caesar

According to Brutus, why is it is necessary that Caesar be killed?

• Caesar is a threat to the Roman Empire and must be eliminated
• Caesar is a great leader and killing him will bring chaos to Rome
• Caesar's ambition poses a threat to the Roman Republic and killing him is necessary to prevent tyranny.
• Caesar is a close friend of Brutus and it is a sign of loyalty to kill him

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What is Brutus’s internal conflict?

• loyalty to Rome vs. allies to Cassius

• loyalty to Rome vs. friendship Antony

• loyalty to Rome vs. loyalty to Portia

• loyalty to Rome vs. friendship with Caesar

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Why does Brutus disagree about taking an oath?

• Brutus is afraid of the consequences of breaking an oath.
• Brutus believes their word should be enough to show their commitment.
• Brutus believes oaths are sacred and should not be taken lightly.
• Brutus thinks taking an oath is a sign of weakness.

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Why does Metellus think it would be a good idea to ask Cicero to join the conspiracy?

• Cicero is a poor orator and would not be able to effectively communicate the plot to others.
• Cicero is known to be a coward and would not risk his life for the conspiracy.
• Cicero is a respected and influential figure in Rome, and his involvement would lend credibility and legitimacy to the plot.
• Metellus believes Cicero would betray the conspirators to gain favor with Caesar.

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Why does Brutus say they should not ask Cicero to join the conspiracy?

• Cicero will not follow anything decided by others and may leak the conspiracy due to his age and reputation.
• Cicero is a skilled orator and may convince others to abandon the conspiracy
• Cicero is known for his loyalty and may report the conspiracy to authorities
• Cicero is a close friend of Caesar and may not agree with the conspiracy

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What does Brutus say about killing Marc Antony?

• Brutus proposes forming an alliance with Marc Antony against Caesar.
• Brutus advises sparing Marc Antony but keeping him under close surveillance.
• Brutus suggests that they should kill Marc Antony to eliminate any potential threats.
• Brutus says that they should not kill Marc Antony along with Caesar because Antony will not be a threat without Caesar's support.

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What reason does Cassius give for why Caesar might not come out of his house today?

• Caesar might not come out of his house today because he is on vacation in a faraway land.
• Caesar might not come out of his house today because he is busy planning a surprise party.
• Caesar might not come out of his house today because he is participating in a marathon.
• Caesar might not come out of his house today because he is superstitious and believes in omens.

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By what method does Decius say he will use to get Caesar out of the house?

• persuasion
• flattery
• bribery
• intimidation

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Why is Portia, Brutus’s wife, worried about Brutus?

• Portia is worried about Brutus because he is too happy and carefree.
• Portia is worried about Brutus because he is spending too much time with his friends.
• Portia is worried about Brutus because he is planning a surprise party for her.
• Portia is worried about Brutus because he seems distant and preoccupied.

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How does she prove her strength to Brutus?

• By stabbing herself in the thigh

• By swearing an oath

• By bearing his children

• By running a marathon

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