Julius Caesar Plot and Characters Quiz 1

Why does Brutus claim he killed Caesar?

• For personal gain

• To save Rome from Caesar's ambition

• Because Caesar betrayed him

What is Brutus's main argument to the crowd in his speech?

• Caesar was too kind.

• He killed Caesar for Rome's freedom.

• He killed Caesar for revenge.

How does the crowd initially react to Brutus's speech?

• They cheer and support him.

• They get angry and revolt.

• They are silent and confused.

What emotion does Antony's speech bring out in the crowd?

• Fear

• Anger toward the conspirators

• Confusion about Caesar's death

What item does Antony show to the crowd to sway their opinion?

• A crown

• Caesar's will

• A sword

What does Antony imply about Brutus and the conspirators throughout his speech?

• They are kind and gentle.

• They are ambitious and greedy.

• They are 'honorable men' in a sarcastic tone.

What does Brutus say he would rather be than to have Caesar as king?

• A king himself

• A slave

• A free Roman citizen

What reason does Brutus give for his actions toward Caesar?

• He hated Caesar.

• He wanted Rome to prosper.

• He was afraid of Caesar's ambition.

How does the crowd's opinion of Caesar change after Antony's speech?

• They continue to dislike Caesar.

• They begin to view Caesar as a hero.

• They forget about Caesar.

What does Antony say Caesar left in his will for the people?

• His fortune

• Public gardens and wealth

• His title as king