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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How long has Brutus suffered with insomnia when Cassius comes to his house?
(a) A month.
(b) 2 weeks.
(c) A year.
(d) 2 months.

2. In Act 1, Scene 2, how does Brutus say he feels about honor?
(a) He feels honor is subjective and frail.
(b) He hopes some honor will make his wife proud of him.
(c) He wants honor, but so much to kill for it.
(d) He loves honor more than he fears death.

3. Who is the only conspirator who is encouraging the plot to assassinate Caesar out of unselfish goals?
(a) Matinus.
(b) Brutus.
(c) Casca.
(d) Cassius.

4. What is Caesar's last warning of his impending doom on the day of his assassination?
(a) The priests' omens.
(b) Calpurnia's dream.
(c) Brutus' warning.
(d) Artemidrous' letter.

5. What about Cassius makes Caesar so uncomfortable during the celebration in Act 1, Scene 2?
(a) His hungry look.
(b) His angry demeanor.
(c) His quiet, contemplative look.
(d) His lack of eye contact.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many times did Caesar refuse the crown offered him by Antony?

2. Why does Cassius think Antony should be killed as well?

3. What is Cinna's profession?

4. What does Brutus compare Caesar to as he contemplates Caesar while alone in his garden?

5. What does Portia do to prove she is strong enough to hear Brutus' secret?

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