Brutus and Antony's Rhetoric in Julius Caesar

In the Forum, Brutus and Cassius address the citizens, explaining Caesar's assassination. Brutus justifies his actions by claiming love for Rome over Caesar. The citizens initially support Brutus, but Mark Antony's funeral speech sways them by highlighting Caesar's virtues and revealing his will, which benefits the citizens. Antony's rhetoric incites the crowd to riot against the conspirators. As chaos ensues, Antony reflects on the situation, and Octavius arrives in Rome, setting the stage for further conflict.

What do the citizens demand from Brutus and Cassius at the forum?

• A new leader for Rome

• An explanation for Caesar's death

• A celebration for Caesar

• A public apology

What does Brutus ask the citizens to do while he speaks?

• Cheer loudly

• Question him

• Remain silent

• Leave the forum

Why does Brutus claim he rose against Caesar?

• He hated Caesar

• He loved Rome more

• He wanted power

• He was forced to

What does Brutus offer to do if Rome requires it?

• Apologize publicly

• Sacrifice himself

• Become king

• Leave Rome

What does Brutus request from the citizens before Antony's speech?

• To leave the forum

• To listen respectfully

• To ignore Antony

• To cheer for Caesar

What is Antony's initial approach in his speech?

• To declare war

• To criticize the citizens

• To bury Caesar

• To praise Brutus

How does Antony subtly question Brutus's claim about Caesar?

• By ignoring Brutus

• By agreeing with Brutus

• By highlighting Caesar's refusals of the crown

• By praising Brutus

What does Antony reveal to stir the emotions of the crowd?

• Caesar's crimes

• Caesar's will

• Brutus's secrets

• His own ambitions

What does Caesar's will include for the citizens?

• A new leader

• Public parks and money

• A public apology

• A new law

What is the crowd's reaction to Antony's speech?

• They remain calm

• They seek revenge

• They leave the forum

• They praise Brutus