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The Tragedy of Julius Caesar, Part 2: Causal Relationships Answers

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Read the excerpt from act 2, scene 1, of Julius Caesar.[BRUTUS.] And for Mark Antony, think not of him,For he can do no more than Caesar’s armWhen Caesar’s head is off.How does this example of dramatic irony affect the audience?

A
It makes Brutus seem honorable.
B
It heightens suspense because Mark Antony is dangerous.
C
It makes Cassius look weak and indecisive.
D
It heightens suspense because Brutus is dangerous.
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How can you infer a character's motivation? Select three options.

A
by identifying a specific thought, feeling, or action
B
by analyzing an author's choices for text structure
C
by describing the problem that is central to the play and its resolution
D
by looking at what the author or others say about the character
E
by looking for and citing evidence in the text as to why the character might think, feel, or act that way
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Read the excerpt from act 2, scene 1, of Julius Caesar.BRUTUS. O ye gods,Render me worthy of this noble wife![Knocking within]Hark, hark, one knocks. Portia, go in a while,And by and by thy bosom shall partakeThe secrets of my heart.All my engagements I will construe to thee,All the charactery of my sad brows.Leave me with haste.[Exit PORTIA]

A
Brutus wants to assure Portia that he will confide in her as soon as he can safely do so.
B
Brutus wants to get Portia to join the conspiracy with him.
C
Brutus wants to ask the conspirators to explain things to Portia.
D
Brutus wants to introduce the conspirators to Portia.
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How does Cinna's request to get Brutus involved affect Cassius? Select two options.

A
Cinna's request makes Cassius reconsider including Brutus.
B
Cinna's request makes Cassius ask him to take an incriminating letter to Brutus.
C
Cinna's request makes Cassius trust him to return to Pompey's Theatre and meet Cassius there.
D
Cinna's request makes Cassius seek out new and more loyal consipirators.
E
Cinna's request makes Cassius weigh the events of the night and postpone his planned meeting.
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Why do authors use causal relationships in plays? Select three options.

A
to create mystery and tension
B
to introduce the setting
C
to propel the plot forward
D
to develop rising action
E
to introduce the main character

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