Caesar Act 4 Scene 1 Summary

Who are the three triumvirs who share power over Rome in Act 4, Scene 1 of Julius Caesar?

• Antony, Octavius, and Lepidus

• Brutus, Cassius, and Antony

• Caesar, Antony, and Octavius

• Lepidus, Brutus, and Cassius

What was Antony's purpose in sending Lepidus to fetch Caesar's will?

• To read the will aloud to the Roman citizens.

• To ensure all of Caesar's personal debts were paid.

• To determine which parts of Caesar's public legacy to cut off and give back to the state.

• To hide the will from Octavius and prevent him from seeing it.

How does Antony describe Lepidus's suitability for rule to Octavius?

• As a strong and capable leader.

• As a tried and valiant soldier.

• As only good for errands, like an ass, and unfit for rule.

• As a wise and experienced statesman.

What does the triumvirs' decision to mark their own relatives for execution reveal about their collaboration?

• They are compassionate leaders who value family ties.

• They are hesitant to make difficult decisions.

• They are cold, calculated, and brutal in their pursuit of power.

• They are easily influenced by public opinion.