Flavius and Morales' Critique of Citizens

In Act 1, Scene 1 of 'The Tragedy of Julius Caesar' by William Shakespeare, Flavius and Morales confront citizens in Rome celebrating Caesar's triumph. They criticize the citizens for their ingratitude towards Pompey and urge them to reflect on their actions. The cobbler uses wit to respond to questions about his trade. Flavius plans to remove Caesar's images to prevent his rise in power. The scene ends with a call to action for the citizens.

What is the setting of the opening scene in 'The Tragedy of Julius Caesar'?

• Caesar's palace

• A street in Rome

• A Roman temple

• A battlefield

Who are the first characters to appear in the play?

• Antony and Octavius

• Cassius and Casca

• Flavius and Morales

• Julius Caesar and Brutus

What do Flavius and Morales criticize the citizens for?

• Celebrating a holiday

• Working too hard

• Supporting Pompey

• Ignoring Caesar

What is the tone of Flavius and Morales towards the citizens?

• Admiring

• Critical

• Supportive

• Indifferent

What is the cobbler's profession?

• A tailor

• A blacksmith

• A cobbler

• A carpenter

How does the cobbler humorously describe his trade?

• As a creator of fine garments

• As a forger of strong metals

• As a mender of bad soles

• As a builder of strong walls

What does the cobbler mean by 'a mender of bad souls'?

• He heals the sick

• He fixes broken hearts

• He mends broken relationships

• He repairs shoes

What does the cobbler mean by 'wear out their shoes'?

• To make them run faster

• To give him more business

• To make them dance

• To make them work harder

Why are the citizens celebrating in the streets?

• To mark a religious festival

• To welcome a new king

• To celebrate Caesar's triumph

• To honor Pompey

What is the reaction of the citizens to Caesar's triumph?

• They are indifferent

• They are joyful

• They are confused

• They are angry