Shakespeare Today: Julius Caesar - Theme of Loyalty

The video explores the theme of loyalty in Shakespeare's Julius Caesar, focusing on the characters of Brutus and Antony. It examines Brutus' internal conflict between his loyalty to Caesar and his duty to Rome, manipulated by Cassius. Antony's unwavering loyalty to Caesar is highlighted through his eulogy and speeches, contrasting with Brutus' betrayal. The video also discusses the public's shifting perception influenced by Brutus and Antony's speeches, ultimately questioning the worthiness of loyalty and the complexity of conflicting loyalties.

What overarching theme does the play Julius Caesar explore?

• The importance of wealth

• The inevitability of fate

• The complexity of loyalty

• The power of love

How does Cassius manipulate Brutus into joining the conspiracy against Caesar?

• By offering him power

• By promising him wealth

• By appealing to his fear for the Republic

• By threatening him

In Brutus' soliloquy, what metaphor does he use to describe Caesar's potential threat?

• A wolf among sheep

• A storm on the horizon

• A serpent's egg

• A lion in the jungle

What is the significance of Caesar's line 'Et tu, Brute?'

• It signifies Caesar's acceptance of his fate

• It is a call for help

• It marks the beginning of the conspiracy

• It shows Caesar's surprise at Brutus' betrayal

How does Antony demonstrate his loyalty to Caesar after his death?

• By swearing revenge on the conspirators

• By writing a letter to the Senate

• By joining the conspirators

• By fleeing Rome

What rhetorical device does Antony use to emphasize Caesar's loyalty to Rome?

• Hyperbole

• Alliteration

• Simile

• Irony

What is the main difference between Brutus and Antony's speeches to the Roman public?

• Neither addresses the public directly

• Both use the same arguments

• Brutus is more emotional, Antony is more logical

• Brutus appeals to logic, Antony to emotion

How do the Plebeians react to Brutus' speech?

• They remain indifferent

• They are convinced of Caesar's tyranny

• They support Antony

• They demand Brutus' execution

What does Antony's victory over the conspirators suggest about loyalty?

• Loyalty is always rewarded

• Loyalty can be manipulated

• Steadfast loyalty is virtuous

• Loyalty is irrelevant

What question does Shakespeare leave the audience with regarding loyalty?

• Can loyalty be bought?

• Is loyalty always justified?

• Is loyalty more important than power?

• Are those we are loyal to truly deserving?