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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At the end of Act 1, what does Cassius think the recent strange happenings are a result of?
(a) The impending crowning of Caesar.
(b) A civil war in Rome.
(c) An assassination plot.
(d) A Rome with no leader.

2. Which of these bad omens in Act 2, Scene 2 has Calpurnia NOT seen?
(a) Dead emerging from their graves.
(b) A lion giving birth in the streets.
(c) A naked warrior.
(d) Warriors fighting among the clouds.

3. How did Cassius tempt the Gods to strike him with lightening?
(a) Neglected his morning prayers.
(b) Defiled an altar to Venus.
(c) Bared his chest and roared at the heavens.
(d) Disrespected his authoritative leaders.

4. Where does Cicero talk to Casca when they first appear in the play?
(a) In an open field.
(b) In the Senate house.
(c) On the street.
(d) At his house.

5. What does Brutus say will result from Caesar's assassination?
(a) Peace will reign in Rome.
(b) Sick men will be made whole.
(c) He will die a martyr.
(d) Rome will rejuvinate and conquer.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does Brutus personally promise Rome while alone in his backyard?

3. According to Cicero, what is to blame for all of the recent strange happenings in Rome?

4. What does Caesar first notice when he wakes up on the day of his assassination?

5. Which one of these does Cassius NOT call Caesar behind his back?

(see the answer key)

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