17 Questions
What is William Shakespeare most widely recognized for?
Being the greatest dramatist
How many editions of William Shakespeare's plays have been published?
Hundreds
What makes William Shakespeare the most widely quoted author in history?
The richness of his language in his works
In what context does Caesar say 'Nor heaven nor earth have been at peace to-night'?
Worried
What does Caesar's reference to the senators as 'graybeards' reveal about him?
Disdain for their age
How does Antony manipulate the Roman mob in 'Julius Caesar'?
By agreeing with Brutus and then slowly turning the mob against him
Which characteristic best describes the Roman mob in 'Julius Caesar'?
Fickle
In 'Julius Caesar', what quality of the mob is highlighted by their inability to comprehend democratic ideals?
Foolish
Which character in 'Julius Caesar' is initially portrayed as a villain by Antony?
Brutus
What rhetorical devices does Antony use to influence the mob in 'Julius Caesar'?
Appeal to emotion and repetition
Which characteristic is NOT displayed by the Roman mob in 'Julius Caesar'?
Loyalty
What do the conspirators proclaim to justify Caesar's death?
Caesar was too ambitious and would have become a tyrant.
Why does Cassius object to allowing Antony to speak at Caesar's funeral?
He thinks Antony will reveal their involvement in Caesar's death.
What conditions were imposed by the conspirators before allowing Antony to speak at Caesar's funeral?
Antony must praise Caesar and condemn the conspirators.
What prediction does Antony make regarding future events in Rome?
He predicts a civil war due to Caesar's assassination.
Why does Antony's speech prove to be more effective?
It appeals to the emotions of the crowd.
At the end of the scene, what is the fate of Brutus and Cassius?
They are defeated in battle and commit suicide.
This quiz is about identifying the qualities and characteristics of the Roman mob in Shakespeare's play 'Julius Caesar', as revealed through the lines spoken by Brutus and Antony. Test your understanding by completing the table with the appropriate quotes displaying these characteristics.
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