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What action does Brutus take before his death?
What action does Brutus take before his death?
- He retreats from the battle.
- He kills one of his enemies.
- He pleads for mercy.
- He runs on his own sword. (correct)
How does Strato describe Brutus' death?
How does Strato describe Brutus' death?
- He was captured and executed by Octavius.
- He killed himself honorably. (correct)
- He fought valiantly until the end.
- He overcame his enemies without honor.
What does Antony refer to Brutus as?
What does Antony refer to Brutus as?
- The most cunning Roman.
- A coward in battle.
- The noblest Roman of them all. (correct)
- A traitor to Rome.
What promise does Octavius make regarding Brutus after his death?
What promise does Octavius make regarding Brutus after his death?
What quality does Antony attribute to Brutus in his final comments?
What quality does Antony attribute to Brutus in his final comments?
What does Brutus express a desire for in his conversation with Volumnius?
What does Brutus express a desire for in his conversation with Volumnius?
Which of the following characters does Brutus not mention before preparing to take his own life?
Which of the following characters does Brutus not mention before preparing to take his own life?
What is the reason Clitus refuses Brutus's request?
What is the reason Clitus refuses Brutus's request?
What does Brutus claim to have encountered twice?
What does Brutus claim to have encountered twice?
What emotional state does Brutus show when he speaks to his friends about the situation?
What emotional state does Brutus show when he speaks to his friends about the situation?
How does Brutus feel about his legacy as he faces death?
How does Brutus feel about his legacy as he faces death?
How does Strato respond to Brutus's request to hold the sword?
How does Strato respond to Brutus's request to hold the sword?
What does Brutus believe about the state of the battle?
What does Brutus believe about the state of the battle?
What statement underlines Brutus's perspective on his own death?
What statement underlines Brutus's perspective on his own death?
What does Brutus ask Volumnius to do before he takes his own life?
What does Brutus ask Volumnius to do before he takes his own life?
How does Strato demonstrate loyalty to Brutus in his final moments?
How does Strato demonstrate loyalty to Brutus in his final moments?
How does Clitus react to Brutus's suggestion of slaying?
How does Clitus react to Brutus's suggestion of slaying?
What does Antony mean when he states that Brutus was the 'noblest Roman of them all'?
What does Antony mean when he states that Brutus was the 'noblest Roman of them all'?
What does Brutus believe about his fate as he discusses it with his friends?
What does Brutus believe about his fate as he discusses it with his friends?
What honor does Octavius vow to give to Brutus after his death?
What honor does Octavius vow to give to Brutus after his death?
In what way does Lucilius show appreciation for Brutus in his dialogue?
In what way does Lucilius show appreciation for Brutus in his dialogue?
What does Brutus say about the ghost of Caesar?
What does Brutus say about the ghost of Caesar?
How does Brutus address his friends before embarking on his final act?
How does Brutus address his friends before embarking on his final act?
What is Strato's reaction to Brutus's request to hold the sword?
What is Strato's reaction to Brutus's request to hold the sword?
What does Brutus mean when he refers to finding glory in a 'losing day'?
What does Brutus mean when he refers to finding glory in a 'losing day'?
What does Brutus express about his heart as he approaches death?
What does Brutus express about his heart as he approaches death?
Study Notes
Brutus' Final Moments
- Brutus, surrounded by his remaining loyal companions, is deeply grief-stricken and contemplating suicide.
- Brutus asks Dardanius to kill him, but Dardanius hesitates.
- Brutus reveals to Volumnius that Caesar's ghost has appeared to him twice, signifying his impending death.
- Brutus believes it is better to die by his own hand than to be captured by their enemies.
- Brutus asks Volumnius to hold his sword while he runs upon it, but Volumnius refuses.
- Brutus bids farewell to his companions, acknowledging his loyalty and seeking solace in his impending glory.
- Brutus praises Strato's loyalty and asks him to hold the sword as he commits suicide.
- Strato reluctantly agrees and turns away as Brutus falls upon his sword.
Antony's Eulogy
- Antony praises Brutus as the "noblest Roman of them all" and distinguishes him from the other conspirators.
- Antony acknowledges Brutus's actions were motivated by a genuine belief in the common good and not by envy or personal gain.
- Antony portrays Brutus as a man of exceptional character with the perfect blend of qualities.
- Antony requests that Brutus be honored with a soldier's burial as a testament to his virtue.
Brutus's Last Moments
- Brutus is defeated and surrounded with his few remaining friends.
- He asks Clitus and Dardanius to kill him, they refuse.
- Brutus then asks Volumnius to hold his sword while he kills himself, Volumnius refuses.
- Clitus and Dardanius urge Brutus to flee, but he is determined to end his life, and asks Strato to hold his sword.
- Strato agrees, and Brutus kills himself, saying "Caesar, now be still: I killed not thee with half so good a will."
- Brutus' final words point to his unwavering belief in the righteousness of his actions, even in defeat.
Aftermath of Brutus's Death
- Octavius and Antony enter the battlefield after Brutus's death.
- They encounter Strato, who informs them of Brutus's death.
- Antony addresses Brutus as "the noblest Roman of them all," acknowledging his honorable intentions and actions..
- Octavius offers to honor Brutus with a proper burial, showing respect for his fallen foe.
- Antony’s words contrast Brutus’s death with that of the other conspirators, highlighting that Brutus acted for the good of the Roman people, rather than out of envy or personal gain.
- The play ends with a call to celebrate the victory, signaling the consolidation of Octavius and Antony's power.
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Explore the poignant final moments of Brutus as he contemplates his fate and seeks solace in death, accompanied by his loyal companions. This quiz also delves into Antony's powerful eulogy, highlighting Brutus's nobility and motivations in his actions. Test your understanding of these crucial scenes from Shakespeare's 'Julius Caesar'.
