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The most powerful man in Rome
What is the meaning of the phrase “the Ides of March” of which Caesar must beware?
March 15 (the day Caesar will die)
Why do the conspirators want to kill Julius Caesar?
They fear he is becoming too powerful.
Active or passive?: The cat chased the mouse.
Active
They will [raise/rise] the flag at dawn.
Raise
A man conflicted by his duty to his friends and to Rome
Brutus
Why do the conspirators meet Brutus at night?
It's too dangerous to meet in the daytime (they could be caught)
What does Antony show the crowd, causing them to agree with him?
Caesar's body, bloody robes, and will
Active or passive?: The mouse was chased by the cat.
She likes to [set/sit] on the porch.
Sit
Caesar’s friend who offers him the crown three times
Mark Antony
Why don’t the conspirators kill Mark Antony?
They don't see him as a threat; Brutus doesn't want any unnecessary bloodshed
Why do the conspirators insist on Brutus joining their plot?
Brutus is well-respected in Rome, and they want the citizens to accept their decision to kill Caesar.
Switch to active: A new planet has been discovered by scientists.
Scientists have discovered a new planet.
I am tired; I need to [lay/lie] down.
The main person planning the conspiracy against Caesar
Cassius
What do the citizens reveal happens to Rome after the end of the play?
Antony and Octavius fight each other to control Rome; Brutus is remembered as a good man
Why does Caesar’s will help turn the crowd against Brutus and the conspirators?
Caesar leaves each Roman citizen a sum of money.
Switch to passive: John fixed the car.
The car was fixed by John.
Please [sit/set] the book on the table.
Set
Caesar’s wife who dreams he will die
Calpurnia
How do Cassius and Brutus rob Antony and Octavius of their victory?
They take their own lives.
What sport is Antony participating in at the festival of Lupercalia?
Running / a race
Switch to passive: The company requires employees to wear badges.
Employees are required to wear badges by the company.
Please [lay/lie] your coats on the sofa.
Lay