Cobbler's Claims and Commoners' Critique

Mr. Eric and the Rarick family present a reading of Julius Caesar Act 1, Scene 1. Mr. Eric introduces the cast and their roles. The scene begins with Flavius and Marullus questioning commoners about their trades and why they are not working. The commoners express their joy for Caesar's triumph, leading to a reflection on Pompey's past and the people's ingratitude. The scene concludes with instructions to remove Caesar's decorations and disperse the crowd.

Who is the narrator and stage director in the Rarick family's presentation?

• Mr. Eric

• The Mom

• The Dad

• The Brother

What role does Mr. Eric's dad play in the presentation?

• Flavius

• Marullus

• Carpenter

• Cobbler

What question does Flavius ask the commoners?

• Why are you celebrating?

• Who is Pompey?

• What trade are you?

• Where is Caesar?

What is the cobbler's humorous claim about his trade?

• He builds houses

• He fixes chariots

• He makes armor

• He mends bad souls

Why are the commoners out in the streets according to the cobbler?

• To see Caesar

• To protest

• To visit Pompey

• To work

What does the cobbler say he is a surgeon to?

• Old shoes

• Broken chariots

• Wounded soldiers

• Damaged armor

What does the cobbler use to make a living?

• A hammer

• An awl

• A saw

• A chisel

What does the cobbler say he does not meddle with?

• Family matters

• Religious matters

• Political matters

• Tradesmen's matters

What do Flavius and Marullus accuse the commoners of being?

• Brave

• Loyal

• Wise

• Senseless

What past event do Flavius and Marullus remind the commoners of?

• The fall of Troy

• Caesar's birth

• The founding of Rome

• Pompey's victories