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What does the Cobbler mean when he refers to himself as a 'surgeon to old shoes'?
What does the Cobbler mean when he refers to himself as a 'surgeon to old shoes'?
- He decorates shoes.
- He trains other cobblers.
- He makes new shoes.
- He repairs damaged shoes. (correct)
Why are the characters in the street according to the Cobbler?
Why are the characters in the street according to the Cobbler?
- To protest against Caesar.
- To celebrate Caesar's triumph. (correct)
- To gather materials for their work.
- To avoid the heat in the workshop.
What is Marullus's attitude towards the celebration of Caesar's triumph?
What is Marullus's attitude towards the celebration of Caesar's triumph?
- He is supportive of it.
- He is confused about it.
- He criticizes it. (correct)
- He is indifferent to it.
What does Flavius question about the Cobbler's absence from his shop?
What does Flavius question about the Cobbler's absence from his shop?
What does Marullus imply about the people of Rome when he addresses them as 'you blocks, you stones, you worse than senseless things'?
What does Marullus imply about the people of Rome when he addresses them as 'you blocks, you stones, you worse than senseless things'?
Flashcards
Cobbler's Work
Cobbler's Work
The cobbler's profession is repairing old shoes.
Caesar's Triumph
Caesar's Triumph
A celebration of Caesar's victory, featuring a parade.
Pompey's Fame
Pompey's Fame
A reference to the famous Roman general Pompey, now gone.
Flavius's Question
Flavius's Question
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Celebration of Caesar
Celebration of Caesar
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Study Notes
Julius Caesar - Dialogue
- Cobbler explains his profession, focusing on repairing and recovering old shoes.
- Cobbler states he does not interfere in other trades' affairs (men's matters).
- Flavius questions why the cobbler is not in his shop.
- Cobbler responds that the people are celebrating Caesar's triumph by walking in crowded streets.
- Marullus expresses surprise at rejoicing for Caesar's conquest.
- Marullus criticizes the crowd for not remembering Pompey.
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