Against the Capitol I met a lion, Who glared upon me, and went surly by, Without annoying me
What are omens foreshadowing Caesar's death?
He defeated Pompey
Who is JC (Caesar)
Explain what Caesar is saying: "Come on my right hand, for this ear is deaf" - Caesar
Caesar only hears what he wants to hear.
"I am Constant as the Northern Star" -Caesar
What is a simile?
Honorable lover of Rome
Explain what Caesar is saying about Cassius: "Cassius has a lean and hungry look" - Caesar
Cassius is discontented with Caesar's power. Caesar realizes this and states that Cassius is dangerous for thinking too much.
This is a characteristic of the people that is especially seen through two events - 1. When Caesar returns to Rome and the commoners are celebrating his triumph after previously supporting Pompey 2. When the people are quick to change their loyalties during both Brutus and Antony's speeches after Caesar's death
The people are persuaded easily. They follow each other and do not have their own opinions.
Similar answers will work.
Feels he is just as good as Caesar
Who is Cassius
Explain what Casa describes is happening: "He fell down in the market-place, and foamed at the mouth, and was speechless" - Casca
Caesar's epilepsy (seizures) tarnishes his powerful image.
Who is Portia
Explain what Brutus says about killing JC: "Let's kill him boldly, but not wrathfully/Our purpose necessary and not envious." - Brutus
Brutus thinks killing Caesar is necessary.
Comes to see JC, but is warned to stay away by Antony.
Who is Octavious
Explain why Brutus says they should not swear an oath: "To think that or our cause or our performance did need an oath..." - Brutus
Brutus believes oaths are for weaker people