Answers Summer School 26 Literature Composition IIThe Tragedy of Julius Caesar, Part 5: Developing Central Ideas

The Tragedy of Julius Caesar, Part 5: Developing Central Ideas Answers

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Which central idea does this passage develop?

fate

loyalty

integrity

friendship

In the passage, Brutus makes a historical allusion to the ides of March. Which central idea does this allusion support?

reflecting on the devastation and loss Caesar’s death meant to the conspirators

remembering that their actions should be based in honor

the importance of strengthening their friendship

agreeing that it is time to accept bribes and build their own ambitions

Which statement best explains the connection between the bartering for lives of loved ones and a central idea of the play?

Octavius’ actions show concern for the people of Rome.

Lepidus’s actions show kindness toward others.

Their actions show the ruthlessness of power.

Antony’s actions show loyalty to one’s family and friends.

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