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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. Who is most upset about the people's celebration of Caesar in Act 1, Scene 1?
(a) Flavius.
(b) Marc Antony.
(c) Pompey.
(d) Cassius.

2. What do Marullus and Flavius plan to do as they continue their march to the Capitol in Act 1, Scene 1?
(a) Stay out of sight.
(b) Defend Pompey's honor.
(c) Hold prayer groups.
(d) Break up groups of praisers for Ceasar.

3. What does Caesar say would make him a coward after Calpurnia tells him her worries in Act 2, Scene 2?
(a) Fearing death.
(b) Not attending the senate.
(c) Believing in superstitions.
(d) Heeding the words of a woman.

4. Why does Caesar want Antony to greet Calpurnia in a certain manner in Act 1, Scene 2?
(a) To show her she is loved.
(b) To let her say goodbye to him.
(c) To cure her barrenness.
(d) To lift her low spirits.

5. How does Decius interpret Calpurnia's dream about Caesar's death?
(a) He will be a wellspring of life and love for the Senate.
(b) His blood will renew Rome.
(c) He will die when his mission has been fulfilled.
(d) He will give new life and vitality to Rome.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long has Brutus suffered with insomnia when Cassius comes to his house?

2. Why does Cassius want Brutus to take part in his plan?

3. What time do the conspirators plan to kill Caesar?

4. Which of the other conspirators have suffered loss of sleep over the matter of Caesar's assassination?

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

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