Julius Caesar Act II Comprehension

Who is the ruler of Rome at the beginning of "Julius Caesar"?

• Brutus

• Cassius

• Julius Caesar

• Octavius

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Who warns Caesar to "Beware the Ides of March"?

• Brutus

• Cassius

• Soothsayer

• Calpurnia

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Which character is deeply concerned about the rising power of Caesar?

• Antony

• Calpurnia

• Cassius

• Portia

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Who is Caesar's wife?

• Portia

• Calpurnia

• Octavia

• Cleopatra

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Caesar is warned to beware of what?

• The ides of February

• The ides of March

• The ides of April

• The ides of May

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

• It was the feast of the Lupercal and Caesar had returned.

• It was the Feast of the Dog

• Caesar had defeated Cassius.

• Caesar had accepted the crown offered to him by Antony.

What does the ghost that appears to Brutus claim to be?

• The spirit of Caesar seeking revenge

• A manifestation of Brutus's guilt

• A soothsayer predicting doom

• The ghost of Pompey warning him

What happens to Titinius when he rides down to Cassius' tents?

• He is captured by Antony

• He is pulled into a celebration & given a crown of laurels

• He is accused of being a traitor and run out of the tents

• He is thrown by his horse and dies instantly

Answer explanation

Pindarus thinks he sees Titinius captured, but the shouting was in celebration of Cassius' victory, not his loss

Why do Brutus and Cassius decide to march their armies to Philippi?

• To surprise Antony and Octavius with an attack

• Because a soothsayer warned them to do so

• In response to a direct challenge from Antony

• They believe it is a strategic advantage

What does the interaction between Antony, Octavius, and Lepidus reveal about their alliance?

• It is based on mutual respect and trust.

• It is fragile and primarily driven by self-interest.

• It is a strong and unbreakable bond.

• It is solely focused on defeating Brutus and Cassius.