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What does Artemidorus urge Caesar to do?
What does Artemidorus urge Caesar to do?
- Ignore the Soothsayer
- Attend the Senate meeting
- Talk to Brutus
- Read his schedule first (correct)
How does Caesar respond to Artemidorus's request?
How does Caesar respond to Artemidorus's request?
- He prioritizes matters that concern himself last (correct)
- He refuses to read any petitions
- He agrees to read it first
- He reads it immediately
What concerns Cassius in this scene?
What concerns Cassius in this scene?
- A possible betrayal by Popilius Lena (correct)
- The outcome of the Senate meeting
- Metellus Cimber's proposals
- Artemidorus's intentions
What does Metellus Cimber do as a sign of respect to Caesar?
What does Metellus Cimber do as a sign of respect to Caesar?
What does Caesar imply about ordinary men in his response to Metellus Cimber?
What does Caesar imply about ordinary men in his response to Metellus Cimber?
What does Cassius suggest they do if their plan is discovered?
What does Cassius suggest they do if their plan is discovered?
How does Brutus reassure Cassius after his fear about Popilius?
How does Brutus reassure Cassius after his fear about Popilius?
What does Decius Brutus ask about in relation to Metellus Cimber?
What does Decius Brutus ask about in relation to Metellus Cimber?
What promise does Antony seek from the conspirators regarding Caesar's funeral?
What promise does Antony seek from the conspirators regarding Caesar's funeral?
What emotion does Antony exhibit when addressing Caesar's corpse?
What emotion does Antony exhibit when addressing Caesar's corpse?
Which character expresses doubt about allowing Antony to speak at Caesar's funeral?
Which character expresses doubt about allowing Antony to speak at Caesar's funeral?
What does Antony predict will result from Caesar's death?
What does Antony predict will result from Caesar's death?
How does Antony feel about shaking hands with the conspirators?
How does Antony feel about shaking hands with the conspirators?
What does Antony refer to when he calls Caesar a 'bleeding piece of earth'?
What does Antony refer to when he calls Caesar a 'bleeding piece of earth'?
Who does Antony blame for Caesar's death during his speech?
Who does Antony blame for Caesar's death during his speech?
What do the conspirators hope to achieve by allowing Antony to speak at the funeral?
What do the conspirators hope to achieve by allowing Antony to speak at the funeral?
What metaphor does Antony use to describe the destruction following Caesar's death?
What metaphor does Antony use to describe the destruction following Caesar's death?
What decision does Brutus make regarding Antony's speech?
What decision does Brutus make regarding Antony's speech?
Which sentiment does Antony's speech mainly evoke in the audience?
Which sentiment does Antony's speech mainly evoke in the audience?
What condition is Antony in when he is about to speak at Caesar's funeral?
What condition is Antony in when he is about to speak at Caesar's funeral?
How do the conspirators intend to control Antony's speech?
How do the conspirators intend to control Antony's speech?
What does Antony imply will happen to the people of Rome as a result of Caesar's assassination?
What does Antony imply will happen to the people of Rome as a result of Caesar's assassination?
What does Brutus desire for Publius Cimber?
What does Brutus desire for Publius Cimber?
How does Cassius compare himself in terms of constancy?
How does Cassius compare himself in terms of constancy?
Which phrase does Caesar famously say when he is betrayed by Brutus?
Which phrase does Caesar famously say when he is betrayed by Brutus?
What action do the conspirators take after Caesar's assassination?
What action do the conspirators take after Caesar's assassination?
What does Cassius suggest be done regarding the hands of the conspirators?
What does Cassius suggest be done regarding the hands of the conspirators?
What does Brutus believe about death after Caesar's assassination?
What does Brutus believe about death after Caesar's assassination?
What sentiment does Antony express as he approaches Caesar's body?
What sentiment does Antony express as he approaches Caesar's body?
What does Brutus ask the people and senators to do after the assassination?
What does Brutus ask the people and senators to do after the assassination?
What is the mood of the common people after Caesar's death as depicted?
What is the mood of the common people after Caesar's death as depicted?
What does Brutus think about the potential for Antony's intentions?
What does Brutus think about the potential for Antony's intentions?
What does the servant convey about Antony's feelings toward Brutus?
What does the servant convey about Antony's feelings toward Brutus?
How does Cassius feel about the actions they have taken?
How does Cassius feel about the actions they have taken?
What does Cassius suggest the conspirators should do with Caesar's blood?
What does Cassius suggest the conspirators should do with Caesar's blood?
What does the term 'ambition's debt' refer to in Brutus's speech?
What does the term 'ambition's debt' refer to in Brutus's speech?
Study Notes
Act III, Scene 1
- The scene begins with a crowd of people including Artemidorus and the Soothsayer.
- Caesar, Brutus, Cassius, Casca, Decius Brutus, Metellus Cimber, Trebonius, Cinna, Antony, Lepidus, Popilius, Publius, and others enter.
- Artemidorus tries to warn Caesar about the conspiracy against him, but Caesar dismisses him.
- Cassius fears their plot is discovered when Popilius expresses his wish for their enterprise to thrive.
- Cassius urges Casca to act quickly as they fear being thwarted.
- Trebonius draws Antony away, giving the conspirators their opportunity.
- Metellus Cimber kneels before Caesar and pleads for his brother’s return from exile.
- Caesar refuses, seeing this as an attempt to exploit his clemency.
- Brutus and Cassius join the plea, but Caesar remains resolute.
- Casca stabs Caesar first, followed by the other conspirators.
- Caesar cries out "Et tu, Brute!", meaning "Even you, Brutus?", upon seeing Brutus among the assassins.
- The conspirators proclaim freedom and the death of tyranny.
- Brutus urges calm and assures the people that ambition is dead.
- Trebonius returns, stating people are fleeing in fear and confusion.
- Brutus and Cassius discuss their purpose and contemplate death.
- Brutus suggests bathing their hands in Caesar’s blood and proclaiming peace, freedom, and liberty.
- Antony appears and delivers a powerful eulogy for Caesar, condemning the conspirators.
- The conspirators assure Antony that he will be safe and his voice will be heard.
- Antony expresses his grief and fears being considered a coward.
- Antony states he will speak at Caesar's funeral and blame the conspirators.
- Cassius tries to dissuade Brutus from allowing Antony to speak at the funeral, warning of the power of his words.
- Brutus insists Antony's funeral speech will benefit them, with safeguards put in place.
- Antony pledges loyalty to Brutus and Cassius, seeking to understand the reasons behind Caesar’s assassination.
- Brutus and Cassius agree to allow Antony to speak at Caesar’s funeral, under specific terms.
- Antony, alone, mourns Caesar and declares his intentions to avenge Caesar's death, predicting a time of chaos.
- A servant arrives with news of Octavius Caesar's imminent arrival.
- Antony directs the servant to deliver news of Caesar’s death and Rome’s instability to Octavius.
- Antony resolves to gauge public opinion of the conspiracy while delivering Caesar’s body to the marketplace.
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Test your knowledge on Act III, Scene 1 of Shakespeare's 'Julius Caesar'. This quiz covers the key events, characters, and themes as Caesar encounters Artemidorus and faces betrayal. Explore the dramatic moments leading to Caesar's assassination and the conspirators' motivations.
