WorksheetsJulius Caesar Acts 2 & 3 Review
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
In Act 2, Scene 1, Brutus compares Caesar to a snake's egg when trying to decide whether or not to join the conspiracy. Which of the following most accurately describes what he means by this?
Caesar will be very easy to kill because he is weak.
Caesar is not dangerous now, but he might become dangerous later if nothing is done to stop him.
Caesar has very little power now, but he will most likely gain more power in the future if nothing is done to stop him.
Caesar has the respect of the common people but not of the noblemen.
Which of the following is NOT a change Brutus suggests for the assassination plan?
Do not include Cicero in the plan because he is too old and won't likely follow a young leader.
Do not kill Caesar at the Capitol because it would be too public and they would surely get caught.
Do not kill Antony along with Caesar because that might seem too bloody and violent, and Antony is nothing without Caesar to follow.
Brutus suggests all of the above changes to the plan.
Why is it ironic that Caesar is not at all worried about death ("Death will come when it will come") when arguing with Calpurnia in Act 2, Scene 2?
It is ironic because Calpurnia is worried about death, but Caesar is not.
It is ironic because everyone should be worried about death; after all, it happens to everyone.
It is ironic because death is coming very soon for him, even as he speaks these words.
It is not ironic that Caesar is not worried about death.
In the moments following Caesar's death, what do the conspirators proclaim to justify their deed?
"Life! Liberty! The pursuit of happiness!"
"Et tu, Brute!"
"Fates, we will know your pleasures!"
"Liberty! Freedom! Tyranny is dead!"
Why did Cassius and Brutus leave Rome towards the end of Act 3?
They had hidden Caesar's fortune and wanted to recover it.
They went to get the army to put down the riot.
They were following their wives, who had left the city earlier.
Their lives were in danger after Antony's remarks at the funeral.
Why doesn't Brutus want to swear an oath with the conspirators in Act 2, Scene 1?
Brutus is an honorable, honest man of his word.
Brutus is planning to back out of the conspiracy.
Brutus does not trust the other conspirators.
Brutus is not religious.
Why does Calpurnia not want Caesar to go to the Senate in Act 2, Scene 2?
She had a good dream in which Caesar was crowned emperor upon arriving at the Senate.
She has had bad dreams and heard things about what may happen if her husband goes to the Senate.
She had a fortune teller predict what may happen to her husband if he goes to the Senate.
She wants Caesar to go to the Senate.
Portia tried to convince Brutus not to go to the Capitol.
True
False
What is ironic about the timing of Caesar's murder?
He is murdered just as he is reading the warning from Portia.
He is murdered just after proclaiming his magnificence and indestructibility.
It occurs just after a great storm and earthquake.
Brutus has changed his mind but is unable to stop the others.
What did Brutus say to the people at Caesar's funeral?
He told them he killed Caesar for the good of Rome.
He told them he would be a much better ruler than Caesar and asked for their support.
He said he would divide Caesar's wealth among the people after the funeral.
He criticized Caesar for being a cruel and evil ruler.
How does Antony's speech at the funeral differ from Brutus'?
Antony states that he would be a better ruler than Caesar.
Antony's speech is longer than Brutus'.
Antony appeals to the people's emotions to get them angry about Caesar's murder.
There are no differences between the speeches of Antony and Brutus.
Cinna the _____ was mistaken for Cinna the _____.
teacher; conspirator
conspirator; teacher
poet; conspirator
conspirator; poet
Which of the following is an appeal to ethos?
"You should vote for me because of my extensive background in public service."
"Don't text and drive! It's not worth the loss of a friend!"
"4 out of 5 people recommend this brand of toothpaste."
Which of the following is an appeal to pathos?
"90% of customers were happy with this product."
"Don't let the puppies suffer! Donate to the ASPCA today!"
"America's moms agree that this is the best method for cooking mac and cheese!"
Which of the following is an appeal to logos?
"Don't let the children starve! Donate today!"
"2 out of every 5 eligible voters did not vote in the election."
"It's the right thing to do! Have you no morals?!"
