Lesson Four: The Tragedy of Julius Caesar, Part 4: Monologues

Question 1

What are the central ideas about the conspirators in this speech by Brutus? Check all that apply.

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They are sad about their bloody deed.; They had to kill Caesar to save Rome.; Antony does not understand the reasons for the assassination.

Question 2

Which line supports the central idea that Antony does not understand the conspirators’ motives?

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“Our hearts you see not; they are pitiful; And pity to the general wrong of Rome”

Question 3

Based on the passage, what is the best inference about Brutus’s character?

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He is trusting.

Question 4

What inference can be made about Brutus’s feelings toward Caesar’s assassination?

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Brutus has mixed feelings.; ” Why I, that did love Caesar when I struck him”

Question 5

What inference can be made about Brutus’s feelings toward Caesar’s assassination?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

✔ Brutus has mixed feelings.; Brutus has mixed feelings.; ” Why I, that did love Caesar when I struck him”

Question 6

“Only be patient till we have appeased” “And then we will deliver you the cause” ✔ ” Why I, that did love Caesar when I struck him”

Revolt · Accepted Answer

✔ ” Why I, that did love Caesar when I struck him”

Lesson Four: The Tragedy of Julius Caesar, Part 4: Monologues Answers