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Who declares himself a foe to tyrants and a friend of his country?
What does Young Cato proclaim about his identity?
Which soldier speaks of killing Brutus for honor?
What does Antony prefer over having enemies?
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What does Lucilius assure Antony about Brutus?
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What is Young Cato's relationship to Marcus Cato?
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What does Brutus declare himself to be to the soldiers?
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What does Lucilius offer to the First Soldier?
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What does Antony want regarding the captured soldier?
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What does Lucilius imply about Brutus's potential capture?
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What does Young Cato say to rally the soldiers?
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How does Lucilius respond to the First Soldier's demand to yield?
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What quality of Brutus does Antony emphasize to Lucilius?
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What does Lucilius offer in exchange for Brutus's life?
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What does Antony instruct regarding Lucilius after learning Brutus is taken?
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What characteristic does Lucilius attribute to Brutus when he speaks of him?
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What does Antony mean when he states he prefers friends over enemies?
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How does Lucilius attempt to save himself when confronted by the soldier?
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What does Young Cato declare about his father in the face of battle?
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What fate does Lucilius imply awaits Brutus if captured?
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Study Notes
Brutus and Cato's Call to Arms
- Brutus and Cato call for their fellow soldiers to hold their heads high, despite the ongoing battle.
- Young Cato, the son of Marcus Cato, identifies himself as a foe of tyrants and a friend to his country
- Brutus proclaims himself as Brutus, Marcus Brutus, friend to his country.
Lucilius' Sacrifice
- Brutus and Cato are eventually captured by the enemy soldiers
- Lucilius offers a bribe to the soldier to kill Brutus, ensuring his death and bringing honor to the soldier
- The soldiers refuse to kill a noble prisoner.
- Lucilius sacrifices himself to save Brutus, claiming he is Brutus.
Antony's Valor
- The soldiers capture Lucilius and report Brutus' capture to Antony.
- Antony initially believes Lucilius is Brutus, but is impressed by his bravery.
- Antony considers Lucilius a valuable asset and orders him to be treated with kindness.
- Antony sends soldiers to find Brutus, alive or dead, and report back to Octavius' tent.
Act V, Scene 4 Summary
- Brutus and his forces are engaged in a battle, but they are losing ground.
- Young Cato, the son of Marcus Cato, encourages his troops to fight on and declares his loyalty to his country.
- Brutus also declares his name and purpose to his men.
- Lucilius, a friend of Brutus, fights bravely and is ultimately captured.
- Lucilius offers the soldiers money to kill him and claim that they have captured Brutus.
- The soldiers do not kill Lucilius, recognizing his nobility.
- They take Lucilius as a prisoner to Antony.
- Lucilius tells Antony that Brutus is safe; he won't be captured alive.
- Antony is impressed by Lucilius's courage and orders him to be treated well.
- He tells his soldiers to find Brutus, alive or dead, and report back to Octavius' tent.
Battle Scene
- Brutus rallies his troops, urging them to fight on
- Young Cato, the son of Marcus Cato, declares his loyalty to the Republic and his opposition to tyranny
- Lucilius, a loyal friend of Brutus, is cornered by enemy soldiers
- Lucilius offers a bribe to kill Brutus, hoping to avoid capture and preserve Brutus' honor
- The soldiers, recognizing the importance of capturing Brutus, refuse the bribe and take Lucilius as a prisoner instead
- The soldiers find a wounded Brutus
- Lucilius sacrifices himself, claiming he is Brutus, allowing Brutus to escape
- Antony, the Roman General, rejoices in the capture of Brutus
- Upon learning of Brutus' likely escape, Antony praises Lucilius' sacrifice and directs his troops to continue searching for Brutus.
Brutus and Cato Are Down
- Cato and Brutus are both in battle, shouting their identities for recognition.
- Cato is the son of Marcus Cato.
- Brutus is a friend of his country.
Lucilius Sacrifices Himself
- Lucilius is a companion of Brutus.
- He is killed by a soldier.
- Lucilius offers a bribe to the soldier to kill Brutus in his place.
- The soldier refuses, recognizing Lucilius as a "noble prisoner."
Antony Believes Brutus is Captured
- Antony arrives on the battlefield and is told by a soldier that Brutus is captured.
- Lucilius assures Antony that Brutus cannot be taken alive.
- Antony is grateful for the capture of Lucilius, who is considered a valuable prize.
- Soldiers are sent to locate Brutus and report back to Octavius.
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Explore the pivotal moments in Shakespeare's 'Julius Caesar' where Brutus, Cato, and Lucilius confront the realities of honor and sacrifice. Discover how the themes of bravery and loyalty are demonstrated through their actions amid the chaos of battle. This quiz will test your understanding of these key characters and their motivations.
