The Tragedy of Julius Caesar by William Shakespeare: Act 3.2-3.3
Question 9 of 10 • SS - TX-English II B
Read the excerpt below from act 3.1 of The Tragedy of Julius Caesar and answer the question that follows. BRUTUS:Why I, that did love Caesar when I struck him, How does this line, which defends Brutus’ actions, relate to the rest of the play?
Answer
A
Brutus’ dislike for Caesar combined with Caesar’s quest for power is the reason for Caesar’s assassination, which Brutus stated in act 2.
B
Brutus’ love for Caesar could not override the necessity of Caesar’s death, which Brutus has stated since act 2.
C
Brutus loved Caesar, but he killed him anyway and for no real reason.
D
Brutus was jealous of Caesar and killed him in order to take over as leader of Rome.