Julius Caesar:ACT 2 SCENE 4 EASY

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What does Portia ask Lucius to do?

  • Stay with her
  • Run to the Senate House (correct)
  • Deliver a message to Brutus
  • Comfort Caesar

What is Portia concerned about in relation to Caesar?

  • His past decisions as a leader
  • His health and actions at the Capitol (correct)
  • His relationship with Brutus
  • His plans for the future

What does Portia imply about the challenges women face?

  • They are more courageous than men
  • They can easily keep secrets
  • They have a stronger resolve than men
  • They struggle to maintain silence (correct)

What does the Soothsayer plan to do after Portia speaks with him?

<p>Stand and watch Caesar pass (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Portia describe her emotional state at the end of the scene?

<p>Weak and faint (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What rumor does Portia hear as she speaks to Lucius?

<p>A possible attack on Caesar (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What concern does the Soothsayer express about the crowd that follows Caesar?

<p>It could overwhelm Caesar physically (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Portia ask Lucius to convey to Brutus?

<p>That she is merry and wants news (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What internal conflict does Portia express in her aside?

<p>Portia struggles with the tension between her strong mind and her perceived weakness as a woman.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Portia respond to Lucius's inquiries about his errand?

<p>Portia urges Lucius to run to the Capitol quickly and return with news about Brutus and Caesar.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the Soothsayer mention that may affect Caesar?

<p>The Soothsayer implies the presence of danger due to the throng that follows Caesar, which could lead to harm.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What reason does Portia give for her concern about Caesar's health?

<p>Portia notes that Caesar went out looking sickly, which worries her about his well-being.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action does Portia take after speaking with the Soothsayer?

<p>After speaking with the Soothsayer, Portia decides she must go inside, feeling faint.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the Soothsayer describe the crowd that follows Caesar?

<p>The Soothsayer describes the crowd as a throng that could crowd a feeble man almost to death.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Portia question about the Soothsayer's intentions?

<p>Portia asks the Soothsayer if he has a suit to Caesar, implying she is concerned about his motives.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Portia's concern

Portia is worried about Caesar's well-being and potential harm.

Lucius's role

Lucius is Portia's messenger, tasked with gathering information and delivering messages.

Soothsayer's warning

The soothsayer predicts potential harm to Caesar.

Brutus's secret plea

Brutus has a request to Caesar that Portia believes will be refused.

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Portia's strength & weakness

Portia displays fortitude in pursuing important matters despite her feminine nature.

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Capitol visit

Caesar's visit to the Capitol is a critical event.

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Portia's messenger

Portia is concerned with news about Caesar and sends her servant to the capitol

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Intentions behind visits

Portia knows her husband's intentions, and understands Brutus's request to Caesar is refused.

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Portia's worry

Portia is anxious about Caesar's safety, fearing danger might befall him.

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Lucius's task

Lucius, Portia's servant, is sent to the Capitol to gather information about Caesar and his visitors, specifically checking if he looks well.

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The Soothsayer's fear

The Soothsayer, while unaware of any specific threat, foresees potential harm to Caesar due to the large crowd.

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Caesar's visit

Caesar is expected to visit the Capitol, surrounded by a large throng of senators, praetors, and supplicants.

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Portia's inner conflict

Despite having a strong mind, Portia struggles to keep her intellect in check due to her feminine nature, which makes it difficult for her to hold secrets.

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Brutus's request

Brutus has a petition for Caesar that Portia believes will be rejected.

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Portia's strategy

Portia seeks to glean information by sending Lucius to the Capitol, pretending to be cheerful while internally remaining worried.

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Study Notes

Portia's Urgent Request

  • Portia sends Lucius to the Senate House to check on her husband's health and gather news on Caesar's activities.
  • She expresses concern about Caesar's well-being, noting he left unwell.
  • Portia is anxious about possible danger to Caesar.
  • She notes the difficulty women face in maintaining secrets.

Soothsayer's Report

  • A Soothsayer arrives, reporting his intended position to observe Caesar's arrival at the Capitol.
  • He reveals a personal plea to Caesar.
  • He predicts some potential harm to Caesar, although he is uncertain.
  • The Soothsayer observes the crowd's density, indicating risk for Caesar entering.
  • He plans to discreetly approach Caesar to speak in private.

Portia's Inner Turmoil

  • Portia expresses frustration at the difficulty with maintaining secrets, and her concern over a potential threat against Caesar.
  • Portia is strongly supporting a secret plan, potentially one relating to Brutus; she suspects Brutus has a request Caesar won't approve of.
  • She hides her true feelings with an act of composure, feigning well-being for her husband.

Lucius's Role

  • Lucius is Portia's messenger, sent specifically to the Capitol.
  • He is instructed to look for signs of Caesar’s well-being.
  • Lucius reports to Portia, then directly to Brutus..

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