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The Tragedy of Julius Caesar by William Shakespeare: Act 2 Answers

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How are conflict and plot related?

A
Conflict is the only component of the plot structure.
B
Conflict is the part of the plot structure in which everything is brought to a peaceful resolution.
C
Conflict is the part of the plot structure in which the setting and characters are first introduced.
D
Conflict occurs within the plot structure and involves a struggle between two characters, forces, or situations.
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Read the scenario below and answer the question that follows. Flavius and Murellus insult the plebeians for celebrating rather than working. Which conflict does this scenario highlight?

A
family
B
gender
C
class
D
religion
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The comedian included __________ in her stage act; we laughed at the double meanings behind so many of her words and phrases.

A
puns
B
imagery
C
conflict
D
plot
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Why does Cassius offer to be Brutus’ mirror in act 1.2?

A
Brutus is unable to see Caesar for what he really is because he once saved him in battle.
B
Cassius wants to control what Brutus sees in order to manipulate him into thinking Caesar is worse than he really is.
C
Cassius knows more because he is closer to Caesar than Brutus.
D
Brutus has asked Cassius to help him comprehend what is happening in Rome.
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Select the symbol that indicates best that the conflict in Rome is a political one.

A
the lion walking around the Capitol
B
the bird of the night howling and shrieking
C
the storm brewing
D
the slave with the flaming hand
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By the end of act 1 of The Tragedy of Julius Caesar, what do we know about the soothsayer’s omen, “Beware the Ides of March”?

A
It means there will be another storm on March 15.
B
It means that Caesar and the Senate will vote on new senators on March 15.
C
Caesar is in danger on the Ides of March, especially in light of Cassius’ plot against him. It means Caesar’s life is in danger on that day.
D
Cassius is in danger on the Ides of March, especially in light of the soothsayer’s plot to warn Caesar and motivate him to murder Cassius instead.
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Read the excerpt below from act 1.3 of The Tragedy of Julius Caesar and answer the question that follows. CICERO:Good night then, Casca. This disturbèd skyIs not to walk in. Which statement paraphrases this excerpt best?

A
Good night, Casca. Isn’t tonight’s weather wonderful?
B
Good night, Casca. We should walk in this weather because it is sunny and warm.
C
Good night, Casca. See you tomorrow. Walk safely.
D
Good night, Casca. We shouldn’t be walking in this weather.
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Read the excerpt below from act 1.2 of The Tragedy of Julius Caesar and answer the question that follows. CASSIUS:Brutus, I do observe you now of late.I have not from your eyes that gentlenessAnd show of love as I was wont to have.You bear too stubborn and too strange a handOver your friend that loves you. Which statement summarizes this excerpt best?

A
Cassius has recently become angrier with Brutus and is not willing to be the loving brother-in-law and friend he has always been.
B
Cassius has noticed that lately Brutus seems to be angry with him instead of being the loving brother-in-law and friend he has always been.
C
Brutus has noticed that Cassius seems to be angry with him, but Cassius denies that his feelings for Brutus have changed.
D
Cassius is trying to convince Brutus that they are better friends than they really are in an effort to get closer to Caesar.
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Read the excerpt below from act 1.3 of The Tragedy of Julius Caesar and answer the question that follows. CASSIUS:Now know you, Casca, I have moved alreadySome certain of the noblest-minded RomansTo undergo with me an enterpriseOf honorable-dangerous consequence. . . .[F]or now, this fearful nightThere is no stir or walking in the streets,And the complexion of the elementIn favor’s like the work we have in hand,Most bloody, fiery, and most terrible. Based on this excerpt, how does the weather reflect the play’s mood by the end of act 1?

A
The threatening, destructive weather reflects the dark and dangerous mood of the play.
B
The bright sky reflects the upbeat celebration of the play.
C
The gentle rain reflects the success and joy of the Roman Senate.
D
The dark clouds suggest sadness that Caesar is a successful military general.
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How does the fact that Cassius has Cinna plant the letters for Brutus to read in act 1.3 show a conflict between ambition and friendship?

A
Cassius is a well-respected man, and it is inappropriate for Brutus to disagree with him; the letters will ensure this does not happen.
B
Brutus is a well-respected man, and as his brother-in-law, Cassius should not be manipulating Brutus in order to achieve his own ambition.
C
Cinna is a close friend of Brutus and is using Cassius to help Brutus achieve his ambition.
D
Brutus is a tyrant, and Cassius, as his brother-in-law, is trying to use his friendship to gain control over Brutus’ ambition.

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