Analysis
Why do Brutus and Cassius go inside the tent to argue?
So that their armies do not see them arguing.
What is Preston's real name?
Jeffrey
What does 'ay' mean?
Yes.
Who was Caesar's wife?
Calpurnia
What is a triumvirate?
A committee, group, or alliance of 3.
What are Antony & Octavius doing at the beginning of Act IV?
They are deciding which followers of Brutus & Cassius they should kill.
Name the leaders of the opposing armies.
Octavius, Antony, Lepidus
Brutus, Cassius
If you spell my last name correctly, I'll give you half the candy in this bag.
Karbassian
Who is Lucius?
He is Brutus's servant.
What famous Shakespearean play is the Lion King based on?
Hamlettttttttt
What does Brutus seeing Caesar's ghost foreshadow?
His death on the battlefield.
"To tell thee thou shalt see me at Phillipi."
Why did Portia kill herself?
Because Brutus gone for so long, and because she was scared of the power that Octavius and Antony were gaining.
What did Caesar say before he died and what does it mean?
"Et tu Brute?"
And you Brutus?
How did Portia die?
"She swallowed fire."
Describe falling action.
Happens after the climax, wraps up the narrative.
Why does Brutus react so nonchalantly to his wife Portia's death?
He doesn't want to show weakness in front of his troops.
Why do Brutus & Cassius argue in scene 2?
Brutus is mad at Cassius for taking bribes and being dishonorable.
What does Antony mean in Scene 1 when he says, "This is a slight unmeritable man..."?
He is talking about Lepidus and questioning his ability to lead.
What instrument does Lucius play?
A small harp. (Lyre)
True or false: Shakespeare's skull was stolen from his grave about 300 years ago.
True and False. Radar scans of his grave reveal that his skull may have been stolen in the 18th century. The scans revealed an odd change in material at the top of the grave, indicating that his skull may be missing. However, many believe that his body is wrapped in a shroud, but that his head is uncovered which accounts for the discrepancy.
What is Brutus's fatal flaw?
He cares too much about other peoples opinions.
Why is Brutus so conflicted when he sees Caesar's ghost?
Because he saw Caesar as a father figure and his ghost appearing causes him to feel guilty.
What does Antony mean when he compares Lepidus to a horse?
Scene 1, Lines 29-39.
He's saying that Lepidus needs to be taught like a horse. When to 'turn', when to 'stop', and when to 'run straight'.
Who is the main protagonist of The Tragedy of Julius Caesar?
Brutus
Who is Ms. Griffith's favorite character in The Tragedy of Julius Caesar?
Brutus duhhhhhh