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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. According to Cicero, what is to blame for all of the recent strange happenings in Rome?
(a) A cursed nation.
(b) A civil dispute in the Heavens.
(c) A punishment for cruel dealings.
(d) An omen of good things to come.

2. What happens to Caesar as Cassius and Brutus have their private discussion during the celebration in Act 1, Scene 2?
(a) He abdicates the throne.
(b) He has an epileptic fit.
(c) He faints.
(d) He is crowned king.

3. What does a soothsayer tell Caesar in Act 1, Scene 2?
(a) "Beware the Ides of March."
(b) "Your wife shall bear thee a son."
(c) "Honor to our great warrior."
(d) "Kindness begets power and glory."

4. When did Cicero last see an owl when he is talking to Casca?
(a) Twilight.
(b) Early Morning.
(c) Noon.
(d) Midnight.

5. Where is Caesar returning from in Act 1, Scene 1?
(a) A building excavation of Rome.
(b) Treaty talks with Greece.
(c) War with Pompey.
(d) A trip to Egypt.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many hills are in Rome?

2. Why does Brutus say he does not want to kill Antony?

3. What does Caesar call the soothsayer in Act 1, Scene 2?

4. Why does Caesar tell Decius about Calpurnia's dream about his death?

5. What time do Cassius and Casca plan to go talk with Brutus after the first meeting of the conspirators?

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