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- 1. Multiple Choice
In the following passage from Act I, refer to lines 67 and 68 and text aid 22. Then, choose the date that tells when this conversation takes place.
Flavius. Go you down that way toward the Capitol;
65 This way will I. Disrobe the images,
If you do find them decked with ceremonies. 21
Marullus. May we do so?
You know it is the feast of Lupercal. 22
Flavius. It is no matter; let no images
70 Be hung with Caesar's trophies … .
21 Disrobe the images … decked with ceremonies: Strip the statues … covered with decorations.
22 feast of Lupercal: ancient Roman festival celebrated on February 15
February 5th
February 15th
March 15th
- 2. Multiple Choice
What is the purpose of Act I scene i, when the tribunes (nobles) are speaking with the commoners?
It provides comic relief and exposition
It provides conflict and the tragic flaw
It provides comic relief and resolution
- 3. Multiple Choice
According to the following passage and text aids from Act I, scene ii, what is the meaning of saying that Caesar is “like a Colossus”?
Cassius: Why, man, he doth bestride the narrow world
Like a Colossus,45 and we petty men
Walk under his huge legs and peep about
To find ourselves dishonorable46 graves.
45. Colossus: gigantic statue of Apollo, a god of Greek and Roman mythology, which was set at the entrance to the harbor of Rhodes and was one of the seven wonders of the ancient world.
46. dishonorable: shameful (because they will not be of free men)
Cassius is suggesting that Caesar believes he is powerful like a god.
Cassius is suggesting that a statue be made of Caesar.
Cassius is comparing Caesar’s power to a statue and a god.
- 4. Multiple Choice
Read the following lines and text aids from Cassius' speech to Brutus in Act I, Scene ii. According to Cassius, who is to blame for Caesar's rise to power?
The fault, dear Brutus, is not in our stars, 47
But in ourselves, that we are underlings. 48
47. stars: Destinies. The stars were thought to control people's lives.
48. underlings: inferior people
It is the fault of Romans, like Brutus and Cassius
No one is at fault. It is destiny.
It is the fault of Caesar for being power-hungry.
- 5. Multiple Choice
In Act I scene i, why do Flavius and Marullus try to stop the commoners from celebrating?
They are annoyed that the commoners mixed up the dates of the Feast of the Lupercal.
They are angry that the commoners are celebrating Caesar's defeat of Pompey.
They were ordered by Caesar to stop the celebration.
- 6. Multiple Choice
At the beginning of Act I, Scene ii, what warning does the soothsayer give?
Caesar should beware a date in February
Caesar should beware Cassius and the other conspirators
Caesar should beware a date in March
- 7. Multiple Choice
According to Casca, how did Caesar react when he was offered the crown?
He accepted the crown reluctantly because he did not want to be king.
He refused the crown three times even though he wanted to take it.
He refused the crown once but decided to take it because the crowd was cheering for them.
- 8. Multiple Choice
In Act I, how does Cassius attempt to persuade Brutus to support his cause? CHECK ALL THAT APPLY.
He offers to give Brutus support for a law he wants to pass.
He speaks highly of Caesar and his heroic acts.
He plans to forge letters as Roman citizens and throw them through Brutus' window.
He flatters Brutus by speaking highly of the respect Roman citizens have for Brutus.
- 9. Multiple Choice
What internal conflict does Brutus face?
Caesar is his friend, but he does not think he should be king.
Brutus wants to be king, but he does not want to upstage Caesar.
Cassius wants Brutus to become king, but Brutus does not think he would be a good king.
- 10. Multiple Choice
How does Caesar feel about Cassius?
Cassius is his most loyal advisor and Caesar trusts him more than anyone else.
Caesar distrusts Cassius because he believes Cassius is too hungry for power.
Caesar distrusts Cassius because he betrayed Caesar years ago when they were swimming in the river.
- 11. Multiple Choice
In Act I scene iii, why is Casca frightened by the thunderstorm?
He knows Caesar is terrified of thunderstorms and is afraid Caesar will blame him for the storm.
He is afraid that it is a sign of the gods' anger and that they will punish Rome.
He wants to travel outside of the city to visit family, but the storm is too dangerous.
- 12. Multiple Choice
Why do Cassius and the other conspirators want Brutus to join their cause?
Brutus is a smart man and they could use his help devising a plan.
Brutus is feared by the public so they will not fight his decision.
Brutus is the most respected noble by the public so they will support his decision.
- 13. Multiple Choice
What is the Roman attitude towards suicide?
It is a sin that results in punishment by the gods.
It is against the law in Rome.
It is an honorable alternative to a disgraceful situation.
- 14. Multiple Choice
What is Brutus' tragic flaw?
He is too ambitious.
He is too trusting.
He is too brave.
- 15. Multiple Choice
What is Caesar's tragic flaw?
He is not smart enough.
He is too suspicious of others.
He is too ambitious and egotistical.
- 16. Multiple Choice
Why does Cassius tell Brutus the story of when he saved Caesar's life while they were swimming.
To show Caesar is humble and grateful.
To show Caesar is proud and manipulative.
To show Caesar is weak and dependent.
- 17. Multiple Choice
Based on Act I, to whom does Caesar owe his success and power?
The support of Pompey
The support of a few noblemen
The support of the commoners
- 18. Multiple Choice
Caesar describes Cassius as spare. What does he mean by spare?
cruel
unimportant
thin
- 19. Multiple Choice
What does Caesar mean when he refers to his infirmity?
His physical weakness
His mental confusion
His political ambition
- 20. Multiple Choice
At the beginning of Act I, Scene i how do we know that Caesar is a powerful man?He defeated Brutus in a fightHe defeated Pompey in a civil warHe beat Mark Antony in a wrestling matchHe beat Cassius across a river in a swimming contest - 21. Multiple ChoiceWhat is another name for "soothsayer?"trouble makerfortune tellercobblerstory teller
- 22. Multiple ChoiceWho does Cassius try to convince to overthrow Caesar?BrutusCascaCinnaAntony
- 23. Multiple ChoiceCaesar reacts to the Soothsayer's warning by:assembling the troopscalling him a dreamerhiding in his housetaking it to the Senate
- 24. Multiple ChoiceWhat was planted in Brutus' house in an attempt to convince him to join those who dislike Caesar?a bloody lionA letter condemning Caesar's rulean eagle with a broken necklove letters from Portia
- 25. Multiple Choice
ambitious
clean
creative
honest
motivated
- 26. Multiple ChoiceDefinition: One who is involved in a secret planencompassservileconspiratorportenous
- 27. Multiple Choice(Scene 2) Why does Caesar want Antony to touch Calpurnia during the race of Lupercal?She's ill and he wants her to be cured.He wants to renew his love for her.He wants her to be able to have children.He hopes it will cause Antony to fall in love with her.
- 28. Multiple ChoiceMarullus speaks of the Tiber river trembling. This is an example ofsimilemetaphorpersonificationapostrophe
- 29. Multiple ChoiceWhat is happening at the opening of the play?The Romans are celebrating Caesar's demiseThe Romans are celebrating Caesar's defeat of Pompey's sonsThe Romans are holding a funeral for PompeyThe Romans are celebrating Saturnalia
- 30. Multiple ChoiceCombined with the actions of Cassius, the soothsayer's warning suggests that...Brutus will be exiledFlavius will be arrestedCaesar will be overthrownCalphurnia will have a child
- 31. Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following images is meant to convey a sense of suspicion and distrust?Cassius as a mirror for BrutusCaesar offering his bared throatCaesar as a ColossusCassius with a lean and hungry look
- 32. Multiple ChoiceAt the beginning of Scene ii, Casca and Cicero discuss troubling events. What is the nature of these events?The attempt to crown Caesar as kingThe conspiracy being formed by Cassius and BrutusThe removal of decorations from statuesThe unusually violent thunderstorm
- 33. Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following is NOT an omen seen in Scene iii?Owls hooting during the day at the marketFire raining from the skyAn elephant at the Capitol buildingMen on fire walking in the streets
- 34. Multiple ChoiceWho is Caesar concerned about in Act I, scene ii?BrutusCascaCassiusNo one, Caesar fears nothing
- 35. Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following is NOT an example of suspense in Act I?the lightning stormthe loud cheers that Brutus and Cassius don't understandThe soothsayer's warningThe commoner's puns
- 36. Multiple ChoiceName the literary device:
"A man who thunders, throws lightening, splits open graves, and roars like the lion in the Capitol."metaphorsimilepersonificationaliteration - 37. Multiple ChoiceHow many times was Caesar offered the crown?1234
- 38. Multiple ChoiceCaesar doesn't trust men who are ____?baldthinfatshort
- 39. Multiple ChoiceWhat is Brutus's attitude when he first shows up in the play?worriedexcitedgoodangry
- 40. Multiple ChoiceCaesar is thought to have:leprosy (the skin sickness)pneumonia (the lung sickness)cholera (the digestive sickness)epilepsy (the falling sickness)
- 41. Multiple Choice"ides" represents which day of the month?1st15th20th30th
- 42. Multiple ChoiceWhich is not one of the crazy signs from the storm at the beginning of scene III?A lion in the CapitolMen on fire walking aroundfire falling from the skya Raven at the marketplace
- 43. Multiple ChoiceWhy does Caesar want Antony to touch Calpurnia during the race of Lupercal?to cure her illnessto make sure she's aliveshe's barrenso he gets the crown
- 44. Multiple ChoiceWhat's the weather like the night the conspirators meet to plan the attack on Caesar?stormyhothumidicy
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