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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. What did the priests find in the sacrificed animal that make them tell Caesar to stay at home?
(a) An omen of death in the intestines.
(b) Crossed eyes in the animal indicating a devious plot.
(c) No heart in the sacrificed animal.
(d) An unhealthy liver as a sign of impending sickness.

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

3. What does Brutus compare Caesar to as he contemplates Caesar while alone in his garden?
(a) A young eagle hatchling.
(b) A rooster in the hen house.
(c) A serpent in an egg.
(d) A mad dog on a chain.

4. What does Caesar do when the conspirators all come to escort him to the Senate House in Act 2, Scene 2?
(a) Invites them in for wine.
(b) Thanks them for their friendship.
(c) Offers them some dinner.
(d) Prays with them.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What was Calpurnia's dream about Caesar the night before his assassination?

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

3. Who did the people used to honor before Caesar?

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

5. Where does Cicero talk to Casca when they first appear in the play?

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