Julius Caesar 4.2 Performance: Brutus, Lines 18b-27

The transcript discusses the decline of love, which resorts to ceremony as it weakens. It contrasts genuine faith with the superficiality of hollow men, who appear strong but falter under pressure. The text highlights the failure of those who cannot withstand challenges, likening them to deceitful horses that fail in trials.

What does love rely on when it starts to weaken?

• Trust

• Ceremony

• Honesty

• Silence

How are hollow men described in their initial appearance?

• Silent and reserved

• Gallant and promising

• Timid and shy

• Aggressive and loud

What is the key difference between genuine faith and hollow men?

• Genuine faith is deceptive

• Hollow men are honest

• Hollow men are trustworthy

• Genuine faith is straightforward

What happens to those who seem strong when they face a real challenge?

• They rise to the occasion

• They falter and fail

• They maintain their composure

• They become more determined

What metaphor is used to describe the failure of hollow men under pressure?

• Like a gentle breeze

• Like a roaring lion

• Like a deceitful jade

• Like a sturdy oak