43 Questions
Who scolds the citizens for abandoning their duties to watch Julius Caesar’s triumphal parade?
Flavius and Murellus
What does the Soothsayer warn Caesar to 'beware' of?
The Ides of March
Who does Cassius wish could see himself as others see him?
Brutus
What does Brutus fear the people want Caesar to become?
King
According to Cassius, how is Caesar treated by the people despite being merely a man?
Like a god
What does Cassius blame for allowing Caesar's rise to power?
Their lack of will
How does Brutus describe his recent internal state when talking to Cassius?
At war with himself
'Caesar has defeated the sons of which deceased Roman general?'
Pompey
'Caesar is marvelled at by Cassius because despite his physical weakness, he has become:'?
So powerful
'Who returns as Cassius recalls incidents of Caesar’s physical weakness?'
Caesar
Why did Antony refuse to read Caesar's will at first?
He wanted to preserve the peace among the people.
What did Caesar's will bequeath to every citizen?
A sum of money
How does Octavius assert his authority before the battle?
By making his own orders instead of following Antony's instructions
What message does the Ghost of Caesar deliver to Brutus?
That he will meet him again on the battlefield
Why does Cassius order Pindarus to kill him?
He believes he has lost the battle.
How does Titinius react upon realizing that Cassius is dead?
He mourns Cassius and kills himself.
What drives Brutus to take his own life at the end of the story?
The realization of his defeat in battle.
'Noblest Roman of all' refers to which character in the text?
'Brutus'
'The men then depart to celebrate their victory.' Who are these 'men'?
'Octavius and Antony'
How does Antony describe Brutus in his final speech over his body?
'Noblest Roman of all'
Why did Caesar refuse the crown offered to him three times by Antony?
He feared the consequences of accepting the crown.
What motivated Brutus to consider joining the conspiracy against Caesar?
His fear of Caesar becoming too powerful.
Who forged and planted letters for Brutus to find, inciting him against Caesar?
Cassius
What reason did Brutus give for deciding not to include Antony in their plot to kill Caesar?
Killing Antony would dishonor their cause.
Why did Calpurnia urge Caesar to stay home on the day he was assassinated?
The omens and nightmares suggested danger outside.
Why did Caesar ignore the letter handed to him by Artemidorus warning him about the conspirators?
He was too preoccupied with other matters.
What was Antony's initial reaction upon seeing Caesar's body after the assassination?
He wept over Caesar's body.
Why did Brutus agree to let Antony speak at Caesar's funeral?
As a gesture of reconciliation
What was the outcome of Brutus' speech at the Forum regarding Caesar's assassination?
The crowd was placated and accepted his justifications
What was the main factor that led to the end of the Roman Republic in Julius Caesar?
Julius Caesar ruling as a dictator
Why did Brutus believe he was doing what is best for Rome by assassinating Caesar?
To restore Republican balance
What does the assassination of Caesar ultimately unleash?
A brutal civil war
In the play, what does the conflict between Rome's Republican past and Caesar's ascendance symbolize?
The clash of political ideologies
What motivates Brutus to participate in the conspiracy against Caesar?
Belief in protecting Rome's Republican ideals
Why does the assassination of Caesar fail to restore Republican balance as intended by Brutus?
Cassius manipulates Brutus and the other conspirators
What institutional principle of the Roman Republic is highlighted by its participants as a high point in history?
'Potestas' divided among senators and tribunes
Why are the Tribunes unhappy with the commoners celebrating Caesar’s victory over Pompey?
They think Caesar's triumph is not truly a triumph for Rome.
What role does Cassius play in tempting Brutus towards the conspiracy against Caesar?
He manipulates Brutus by arranging fake notes to encourage him to rise against Caesar.
Why does Brutus reject his wife Portia in the play?
She represents the nobler side of his character.
How do Antony's actions after Caesar's assassination differ from what the conspirators had planned?
Antony joins forces with Octavius to avenge Caesar's death.
What do the conspirators need Brutus to participate in their plot against Caesar?
To add legitimacy to their actions due to his honorable reputation.
What fatal error does Brutus make after the assassination of Caesar?
Allowing Antony to speak at Caesar's funeral.
Why does Cassius order Pindarus to kill him?
He mistakenly believes Titinius has been captured by the enemy.
Test your knowledge on the incident where two tribunes scold Roman citizens for neglecting their work to watch Julius Caesar's triumphal parade, leading to a series of events involving Caesar, Brutus, Cassius, and Antony.
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