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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Brutus not running in the same race that Antony is at the celebration for?
(a) He is not a sportsman.
(b) He is not well.
(c) His wife asked him not to.
(d) He is wary of Ceasar.

2. Who was Pompey before the civil war?
(a) Caesar's co-ruler.
(b) A prominent senator.
(c) A soothsayer.
(d) The leader of Egypt.

3. Which one of these does Cassius NOT call Caesar behind his back?
(a) A small girl.
(b) Trash and rubbish.
(c) A tyrant.
(d) A womanly personage.

4. Where is the first meeting of conspirators held?
(a) The senate house.
(b) Pompey's amphitheatre.
(c) The house of Cassius.
(d) A public square.

5. Why does Casca feel that Brutus needs to be part of their conspiracy?
(a) He is a diplomat and will calm hurt feelings.
(b) He is friends with Caesar.
(c) He is popular with the people.
(d) He is a wise man and will not act rashly.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did Cassius once save Caesar?

2. What does Marullus tell the people in the streets to do at the beginning of the play?

3. What is Caesar celebrating in Act 1, Scene 2?

4. What does Flavius think the civil unrest will do to Rome?

5. What happens to Caesar as Cassius and Brutus have their private discussion during the celebration in Act 1, Scene 2?

(see the answer key)

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