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What does Caesar want in his men?
What does Caesar want in his men?
Caesar wants his men to be fat, well-groomed and to sleep soundly through the night.
What does Cassius believe is the best way to see the true self?
What does Cassius believe is the best way to see the true self?
- By observing others.
- By listening to others.
- By reflection in a mirror. (correct)
- By self-reflection.
According to Cassius, what makes Caesar so powerful?
According to Cassius, what makes Caesar so powerful?
- Caesar is a great warrior and leader.
- Caesar's power is rooted in the people's fear.
- Caesar's power is derived from public opinion. (correct)
- Caesar's power is his divine lineage.
Cassius believes that Brutus isn't as noble as he appears.
Cassius believes that Brutus isn't as noble as he appears.
What does Brutus say he would rather be, than a "son of Rome", during this time?
What does Brutus say he would rather be, than a "son of Rome", during this time?
According to Casca, Caesar was very reluctant to refuse the crown that was offered to him.
According to Casca, Caesar was very reluctant to refuse the crown that was offered to him.
When Caesar fainted, the commoners cheered and clapped.
When Caesar fainted, the commoners cheered and clapped.
Cassius believed Caesar had the 'falling sickness'.
Cassius believed Caesar had the 'falling sickness'.
Caesar, in his ill health, told the commoners to consider that his mistakes were caused by his ______.
Caesar, in his ill health, told the commoners to consider that his mistakes were caused by his ______.
According to Casca, Cicero spoke in Greek.
According to Casca, Cicero spoke in Greek.
Why did Murellus and Flavius get into trouble?
Why did Murellus and Flavius get into trouble?
Cassius is excited to eat dinner with Casca.
Cassius is excited to eat dinner with Casca.
What is the best way to describe Casca's personality?
What is the best way to describe Casca's personality?
Cassius thinks that Brutus is only noble in execution?
Cassius thinks that Brutus is only noble in execution?
Brutus says he will leave Cassius alone and not try to persuade him any further.
Brutus says he will leave Cassius alone and not try to persuade him any further.
Cassius believes that Caesar has a very weak side.
Cassius believes that Caesar has a very weak side.
Brutus believes that Caesar loves him.
Brutus believes that Caesar loves him.
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What is a soothsayer?
What is a soothsayer?
A soothsayer is a person who is believed to be able to predict the future.
What are the ides of March?
What are the ides of March?
The ides of March is the 15th of March.
What warning does the soothsayer give Caesar?
What warning does the soothsayer give Caesar?
The soothsayer warns Caesar to "Beware the ides of March."
What is Cassius concerned about regarding Brutus's behavior?
What is Cassius concerned about regarding Brutus's behavior?
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How does Cassius compare himself to Brutus?
How does Cassius compare himself to Brutus?
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What does Cassius believe about Brutus's character?
What does Cassius believe about Brutus's character?
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What does Cassius believe is important for 'noble minds' ?
What does Cassius believe is important for 'noble minds' ?
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What does Cassius want to convince Brutus about Caesar?
What does Cassius want to convince Brutus about Caesar?
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Study Notes
Characters and Dialogue
- CAESAR: Refuses the crown three times, although he displays interest in accepting it.
- CALPHURNIA: Caesar's wife, advising him to avoid a particular path.
- CASCA: Observes and recounts Caesar's strange behavior during the race.
- ANTONY: Caesar's friend, instructed to touch Calphurnia during the race.
- SOOTHSAYER: Warns Caesar of the Ides of March.
- BRUTUS: Expresses concerns about Caesar's ambition.
- CASSIUS: Expresses distrust and critiques Caesar.
Events
- Caesar is offered a crown multiple times during a public ceremony. After each rejection, crowds applaud.
- Caesar faints in the marketplace, suggesting concern about his health/condition.
- The soothsayer warns Caesar of the ides of March (March 15).
- Citizens and important figures express disapproval or suspicion of Caesar and his growing power.
Themes
- Ambition: Caesar's potential for excessive ambition is a major concern for the other characters.
- Fate vs. Free Will: Characters grapple with whether their actions are predetermined or if they have control over their destinies.
- Ides of March: The symbolic date foreshadows a significant event, likely Caesar's assassination.
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Explore the key characters and themes in Shakespeare's 'Julius Caesar'. This quiz focuses on the pivotal moments and the motivations of figures like Caesar, Brutus, and Cassius, as well as the overarching theme of ambition and its repercussions. Test your knowledge on the interactions and dialogues that shape the narrative.
