Act I
What 2 characters try to disrupt the festivities because they resented the defeat and murder of Pompey?
Flavius and Merellus
In Act II, what is Brutus' motivation for joining the conspiracy?
He wants to protect Rome from tyranny.
Why do the conspirators ask Caesar to pardon Publius Cimber in Act III?
They want to distract Caesar/divert his attention from the assassination.
In the beginning of Act IV, what important information do we find out about Antony's plans for Caesar's will?
Antony was looking for a way to change the will so he could receive more money.
What is Cassius' fatal mistake?
He believes Titinius was killed and killed himself out of guilt.
What does the soothsayer's warning suggest about Caesar?
He will be overthrown on the Ides of March.
Why do the conspirators want Caesar to go to the Senate House in Act II?
To kill him
When Antony delivers a dramatic speech over Caesar's body, he is alone on stage. A speech delivered under these circumstances is called a(n)________.
Soliloquy
When Cassius and Brutus first meet up in Act IV, why is Cassius angry with Brutus?
Brutus condemned a man that Cassius defended.
How does Antony view Brutus after his death?
He views him as noble and virtuous.
Which character in Act I conveys a sense of suspicion and distrust and is described as having a mean and hungry look?
Cassius
Why does Calpurnia ask Caesar not to go to the Senate?
She believes her bad dreams are omens.
In his oration, how does Antony show that the conspirators were not honorable?
He contrasts Caesar's deeds with the reasons for the assassination.
What important information do we receive about Portia in Act IV?
She has killed herself by swallowing hot coals.
What is the main character of a tragedy whose personal weakness, or flaw, brings about their own downfall called?
Tragic hero
At the beginning of Act I scene ii, Casca and Cicero discuss an unusually violent thunderstorm that is taking place. What does this represent?
The crisis in Rome and the events that will transpire related to Caesar.
Many strange occurrences are reported in Rome during Acts I & II to create an atmosphere that can be described as terrifying, bloody, and grotesque. Name 2.
Various answers.
What do Antony's speeches in Act III reveal about his character and feelings toward Caesar?
He is a loyal and clever supporter of Caesar.
What is the significance of the ghost's promise to see Brutus at Philippi?
Philippi is where he meets Antony's troops and the ghost promising to be there is a bad omen.
What is the theme of Julius Caesar that can be seen as a result of Brutus' downfall?
Good consequences cannot result from evil deeds.