Julius Caesar 3.3 Interview: Cinna the Poet

The transcript features a conversation between two individuals, one of whom is mistaken for a conspirator against Caesar but is actually a poet named Senna. The discussion explores themes of art versus politics, the value of poetry, and the interpretation of dreams. The poet expresses a preference for art over political conflict, advocating for creativity and relationships. The conversation takes a turn when a crowd confronts the poet, mistaking him for a conspirator, leading to a tense situation.

What is Senna's primary focus instead of politics?

• Economic policies

• Military strategies

• Art and poetry

• Conspiracy theories

How does Senna describe his involvement in politics?

• He is a political advisor

• He is not interested except as a subject for poetry

• He is a political leader

• He is deeply involved

According to Senna, what should energy be directed towards?

• Accumulating wealth

• Engaging in politics

• Creating art and beauty

• Building empires

What does Senna suggest is more valuable than actual war?

• Political debates

• Military alliances

• Economic growth

• A poem about war

What does Senna believe about the nature of dreams?

• They predict the future accurately

• They often have opposite meanings

• They are irrelevant to real life

• They are always positive

What causes the crowd to become hostile towards Senna?

• His mistaken identity as a conspirator

• His refusal to answer questions

• His identity as a poet

• His political views

What does the crowd demand from Senna during the confrontation?

• Answers to personal questions

• A confession of conspiracy

• A recitation of his poetry

• A public apology