| Contrast Marc Antony and Brutus using at least three differences about the men. | Brutus is a serious and thoughtful man. Antony is Caesar’s closet ally, while Brutus is a more distant friend. |
| Find and write two examples that Cassius uses to show that Caesar has a “weak character.” | a. Cassius has no respect for Caesar because he once challenged him to a swim contest and had to be rescued b. Caesar was sick in Spain; he was weak and shaky. Cassius doesn’t think he’s tough or manly. |
| Choose two of the following words that best describe Cassius’ tone in his conversation with Brutus: | Cunning- he is trying to sway Brutus to their sideArrogant- he won’t be an underlining to Caesar whom he views as womanly. |
| Despite their friendship, why doesn’t Brutus want Caesar to become king? | Brutus fears Caesar will lead Rome into hard times/disaster |
| Who does Caesar characterizes as having a “lean and hungry” look? Given Caesar’s superstitious nature, how would you expect him to behave in this person’s presence? | Caesar think Cassius has a “lean and hungry look” He doesn’t trust him. |
| Who explains the shouts of the distant crowds to Brutus and Cassius? If his account is plausible, what does it say about Caesar? | Casca explains the shouts in the distance; his account tells us that Caesar is trying to be humble by refusing the crown, but he really wants to be king. |
Julius caesar (act I sc2: a public place in rome)
April 14, 2020