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

2. What does Caesar call the soothsayer in Act 1, Scene 2?
(a) A dreamer.
(b) A crazy man.
(c) A loyal subject.
(d) A stranger.

3. What does Caesar say about the signs Calpurnia has seen of impending doom?
(a) He does not believe in signs.
(b) He will risk the chance of death to uphold his honor.
(c) They could be meant for any man.
(d) They are figments of her imagination.

4. How many hills are in Rome?
(a) 7.
(b) 3.
(c) 10.
(d) 5.

5. Why does Brutus say he does not want to kill Antony?
(a) Antony will understand.
(b) Antony is a friend of the Republic.
(c) Antony is too well-liked by the people to be murdered.
(d) Antony's power comes purely from his friendship with Caesar.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Cassius feel about the chaos in the city when he is talking to Casca in Act 1, Scene 3?

2. When did Cicero last see an owl when he is talking to Casca?

3. Why does Casca feel that Brutus needs to be part of their conspiracy?

4. What do Marullus and Flavius plan to do as they continue their march to the Capitol in Act 1, Scene 1?

5. What job title does Flavius have at the beginning of the play?

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