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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. In Act 2, Scene 1, what does Brutus refuse to do when he joins the conspiracy?
(a) Hold a knife.
(b) Be a part of the murder.
(c) Swear an oath.
(d) Plan the attack.

2. How did Cassius once save Caesar?
(a) He fought off a horde of angry men.
(b) He uncovered a conspiracy for his assassination.
(c) He kept him from consuming poison.
(d) He saved him from drowning.

3. How many times did Caesar refuse the crown offered him by Antony?
(a) 3.
(b) 0.
(c) 2.
(d) 4.

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

5. Why is the cobbler not working at the beginning of the play?
(a) He has given himself a holiday.
(b) He has injured himself and is unable to work.
(c) He is using that day for religious observance.
(d) He completed all of his work.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. In Act 1, Scene 2, how does Brutus say he feels about honor?

3. What does Decius say that immediately changes Caesar's decision about staying home the day of his assassination?

4. Which of these bad omens in Act 2, Scene 2 has Calpurnia NOT seen?

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

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