The Tribunes disperse the crowd as the performance begins

fearing that Caesar's popularity may lead to the destruction of democracy in Rome

fearing that the crowd will revolt

following orders from the Senate

The Tribunes disperse the crowd as the performance begins

fearing that Caesar's popularity may lead to the destruction of democracy in Rome

fearing that the crowd will revolt

Caesar asks Antony to touch Calpurnia as he runs the race

to "rid herself of her barren curse"

as a signal to Caesar to refuse the crown 3 times

Cassius addresses Brutus... (select all three that apply)

referring to Brutus's noble ancestors

saying that Brutus's name is as good as Caesar's

offering Brutus the crown 3 times

Immediately after Caesar's refusal to accept the crown three times... (select all that apply)

he suffered an epileptic seizure

there is a "storm that throws fire as if there is a conflict in the sky"

Why does Cassius want Brutus to participate in the conspiracy?

Brutus is respected by the people

Brutus knows the Capitol and can plan the ambush

Why was the Senate displeased with Julius Caesar?

He was becoming very popular and powerful

He and Pompey were best friends

At the beginning of Act I, Scene how do the readers know that Caesar is a powerful man?

He defeated Pompey in a civil war

He defeated Mark Antony in a wrestling match

He defeated Cassius in a swimming contest in a river

How does Brutus feel about Caesar at the beginning of the play?

he likes him but fears he is not fit to lead Rome

he desperately desires his approval

What insidious plan is Cassius thinking of to try to deceive Brutus into joining the conspiracy against Caesar?

he will write fake letters asking for Brutus's help

he will send an expensive gift to Brutus's house

he will threaten to kidnap Brutus's wife

Cassius points out all these things about Caesar EXCEPT

he cried like a baby when he had a fever

(Scene 2) When Caesar tells Antony to do something, Antony says: "I will remember / When Caesar says, 'do this,' it is done." What does this tell us about Antony?

Antony respects and obeys Caesar.

Antony believes that Caesar has too much power.

Antony is in love with Calpurnia.

Why were the citizens celebrating at the beginning of the play?

It was the festival of Lupercal and Caesar had returned.

Caesar had accepted the crown offered to him by Antony.

(Scene 1) What do Murellus and Flavius plan to do at the end of Scene 1 that leads them to "become silent?"

To take down the wreaths and decorations from Caesar's statues around Rome

To insult the cobbler, who files a complaint against Caesar

To dare one another to swim across the Tiber, a sacred river

Why do the conspirators not want Caesar in power?

They fear he will become a dictator

They think he will refuse the position

In Act I, Scene 10, what is the purpose of the dialogue between Flavius and the commoners?

A. comic relief and internal conflict

What does Cassius do in his conversation with Brutus in Act I, Scene ii?

B. Flatter Brutus to win his support.

A. Praises Caesar to gain Brutus's support.

C. Insults Brutus to make him angry.

D. Asks Brutus to understand Caesar.

When Caesar says that Cassius has a "thin and hungry look," in Act I, Scene ii, what feeling does he express towards Cassius?

C. suspicion because Cassius seems "hungry for power".

A. he feels that Cassius is friendly

B. he feels sad because Cassius looks hungry

D. admiration because he has an honest face

At the end of Act I, Scene ii, what plan does Cassius describe?

A. He describes a plan to deceive Brutus by creating a petition (letters from angry citizens) that want Brutus to act against Caesar.

B. He describes a plan to deceive Caesar by pretending to serve him loyally.

C. He describes a plan to encourage Brutus to gather an army against Caesar.

D. He describes a plan to encourage Casca to convince Caesar to resign.

At the beginning of Act I, Scene iii, how does Casca describe the storm?

D. as an omen of bad things to come for those who conspire against Caesar

B. as a tribute to the power of Caesar and the favor of the god Apollo

C. as a warning of a possible hurricane

Definition: infirmity

A physical or mental weakness or disability.

A type of medication for chronic pain.

A legal term for a minor offense.

Excessively submissive or obedient.

Overly confident and assertive.

The stage directions are

written instructions for the actors.

the dialogue between characters.

A common person; lacking refinement or elegance.

A rare species of plant found in the Amazon rainforest.

A wealthy aristocrat; very cultured and refined.

Julius Caesar Act 1 Review

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English

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10th Grade

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Easy

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CCSS

RL.9-10.10, RL.11-12.3, RL.8.3

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1.

MATCH QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

Match the following terms with their definitions.

Soliloquy

A character's short remarks to the audience

Aside

A character's long speech to other characters

Monologue

A character, alone on stage, expressing their thoughts and feelings to the audience

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

What is the definition of "Knave"?

A man of high class

A dishonest, immoral person

A person who is very generous

A wise and respected elder

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

3.

DRAG AND DROP QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

Who is the first character to warn Caesar about the Ides of March?
(a)

Brutus

Cassius

Soothsayer

Calpurnia

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

Which character is known for his persuasive abilities and manipulates Brutus to join the conspiracy?

Casca

Antony

Cassius

Marullus

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

What is the main reason that Brutus decides to participate in the conspiracy against Caesar?

Personal hatred towards Caesar

Desire for power

Fear of Caesar's ambition

Influence of his wife, Portia

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

6.

MATCH QUESTION

2 mins • 5 pts

Match the following Characters with their descriptions

Calpurnia

Relays the events of the race. A bit of a jokester.

Marullus

Caesar's Wife, barren

Cassius

A Roman senator. Caesar's friend.

Brutus

The "head" conspirator. Strongly dislikes Caesar.

Casca

Anti-Caesar. Lectures the townspeople for celebrating.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

7.

MATCH QUESTION

2 mins • 5 pts

Match the following

Perilous

Dangerous

Countenance

A violent storm

Cogitations

Deep thinking

Tempest

A person's facial expressions

Tyrant

A cruel, opressive ruler

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

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Julius Caesar Act 1 Review

57 questions

Match the following terms with their definitions.

What is the definition of "Knave"?

Who is the first character to warn Caesar about the Ides of March? (a)

Which character is known for his persuasive abilities and manipulates Brutus to join the conspiracy?

What is the main reason that Brutus decides to participate in the conspiracy against Caesar?

Match the following Characters with their descriptions

Match the following

In scene iii, the ​ (a) was considered a bad​ (b) . Cassius said it was a sign that ​ (c) things were coming to Rome.

The Tribunes disperse the crowd as the performance begins

The Tribunes disperse the crowd as the performance begins

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