Characters and Roles
What is the term for a person who works with wood and builds structures?
Carpenter
What word describes the citizens’ unpredictable loyalty to Caesar?
fickle minded
What word refers to the fear of a leader becoming oppressive and controlling?
What word in Shakespeare’s time described a mischievous or tricky individual, similar to the cobbler in Act 1, Scene 1?
Knave
What is the title given to Flavius and Marullus, Roman officials responsible for maintaining order?
Tribunes
From the text- What word refers to the enthusiasm with which the citizens await Caesar’s arrival?
anticipation
From the text- what is the term for convincing someone through reasoning or charm
Persuasion
What insights does the term 'fickle' offer about the nature of political power and leadership?
The term highlights that political power is unstable and often depends on public perception, which can change rapidly and unpredictably.
What do you call someone who repairs shoes, as seen in the opening scene?
Cobbler
_____ refers to loyalty or commitment to a person, group, organization, cause, or country.
Allegiance
What is the act of planning against someone in a secretive way?
Conspiracy
Why do Flavius and Marullus think it is dangerous for the people to cheer for Caesar?
They believe it encourages Caesar’s rise to unchecked power, which threatens the republic.
What does the role of Flavius and Marullus reveal about power dynamics in Ancient Rome?
Their role shows the tension between preserving the republic and embracing a new, powerful figure like Caesar, reflecting concerns about unchecked authority.
Why do you think the citizens' loyalty shifts so easily from Pompey to Caesar? What does this suggest about human behavior?
The citizens’ shifting loyalty reflects how public opinion can be influenced by power and spectacle, showing that people often align with those in control, not necessarily out of conviction but to gain favor or avoid conflict.
How does the opposition of Flavius and Marullus foreshadow themes of power and betrayal in the play?
Their actions introduce the idea that resistance to concentrated power will grow, foreshadowing the eventual betrayal of Caesar by those closest to him.
What lesson about leadership can be learned from the crowd’s quick change in loyalty?
Leadership depends not just on power but on maintaining trust, as public support can shift suddenly.
What does the cobbler’s humor toward Marullus reveal about the commoners’ view of authority?
It shows that they mock authority and feel detached from the political struggles of the elite.
What parallels can you draw between the behavior of the Roman crowd and modern-day political rallies?
Both involve mass enthusiasm that can be swayed by charismatic leadership or spectacle, revealing how crowds are prone to emotional influence.
If you were Caesar, how would you address the concerns raised by Flavius and Marullus to maintain your authority?
Subjective:-
A wise approach would involve acknowledging their concerns publicly to seem humble, while privately consolidating power to prevent further dissent.
Why is the crowd’s celebration both a strength and a danger for Caesar?
While it boosts his popularity, it also attracts jealousy and fear from other leaders.