Marullus in Julius Caesar Act I, sc. 1 (line 33)

Who is the speaker in the provided excerpt from "Julius Caesar"?

• Marullus

• Caesar

• Brutus

• Cassius

Answer explanation

The speaker in the provided excerpt from 'Julius Caesar' is Marullus, making the correct answer choice Marullus.

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In the excerpt, what does Marullus accuse the people of being?

• Loyal and brave

• Blocks and stones

• Wise and thoughtful

• Generous and kind

Answer explanation

In the excerpt, Marullus accuses the people of being 'Blocks and stones', indicating their lack of loyalty and support towards Caesar.

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What does Marullus suggest the people should do instead of celebrating?

• Run to their houses and fall upon their knees

• Continue celebrating

• Prepare for war

• Build a monument

Answer explanation

Marullus suggests that the people should run to their houses and fall upon their knees instead of celebrating.

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Who does Marullus refer to when he mentions "Pompey"?

• A Roman general

• A Roman senator

• A Roman emperor

• A Roman poet

Answer explanation

Marullus refers to 'Pompey' as a Roman general, not a senator, emperor, or poet.

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What does Marullus imply about the people's reaction to Pompey's triumphs?

• They were indifferent

• They celebrated enthusiastically

• They were angry

• They were confused

Answer explanation

Marullus implies that the people celebrated enthusiastically in response to Pompey's triumphs.

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What does Marullus accuse the people of forgetting?

• Their loyalty to Caesar

• Their loyalty to Pompey

• Their duties as citizens

• Their own history

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What is the tone of Marullus's speech towards the people?

• Admiring

• Indifferent

• Scornful

• Sympathetic

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What event are the people celebrating in the excerpt?

• Caesar's victory

• Pompey's return

• A local festival

• A new law

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