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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Act 2, Scene 1, what does Brutus refuse to do when he joins the conspiracy?
(a) Plan the attack.
(b) Hold a knife.
(c) Swear an oath.
(d) Be a part of the murder.

2. How does Decius interpret Calpurnia's dream about Caesar's death?
(a) He will die when his mission has been fulfilled.
(b) He will give new life and vitality to Rome.
(c) He will be a wellspring of life and love for the Senate.
(d) His blood will renew Rome.

3. What does Marullus tell the people in the streets to do at the beginning of the play?
(a) Pray for thanks.
(b) Create an altar for Caesar.
(c) Go home and pray for forgiveness.
(d) Join him in his march to Rome to honor Caesar.

4. Which of the other conspirators have suffered loss of sleep over the matter of Caesar's assassination?
(a) None.
(b) Casca.
(c) Decius.
(d) Cassius.

5. Where does Cicero talk to Casca when they first appear in the play?
(a) In an open field.
(b) In the Senate house.
(c) On the street.
(d) At his house.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Caesar do when the conspirators all come to escort him to the Senate House in Act 2, Scene 2?

2. How many hills are in Rome?

3. What did the priests find in the sacrificed animal that make them tell Caesar to stay at home?

4. Why does Cassius want Brutus to take part in his plan?

5. At the end of Act 1, what does Cassius think the recent strange happenings are a result of?

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