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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Cassius ask to deliver his false letters to Brutus?
(a) Casca.
(b) Pompey.
(c) Cicero.
(d) Cinna.

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

3. What does Brutus do after the climax of his argument with Cassius?
(a) Wipes his face and kisses Cassius on the cheek.
(b) Slaps Cassius back.
(c) Comforts Cassius and promises to be true always.
(d) Calms down and forgives Cassius.

4. Who is the first person to warn Caesar of his assassination?
(a) Calpurnia.
(b) Artemidorus.
(c) Brutus.
(d) A soothsayer.

5. What does Brutus tell Cassius he never does when Cassius arrives at his camp?
(a) Tell falsehoods.
(b) Weakens his regard for the Republic.
(c) Grows weary of the truth and right.
(d) Wrongs his enemies - much less his friends.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Brutus say will result from Caesar's assassination?

2. Why does Pindarus tell Cassius in Act 5, Scene 3 to get as far away from the battle as possible?

3. What does Brutus beg Cassius to not do when he arrives at Brutus's camp?

4. What time do Cassius and Casca plan to go talk with Brutus after the first meeting of the conspirators?

5. Why do Marc Antony and Brutus meet for a parley when they know it will not be successful?

(see the answer key)

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