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

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Read the excerpt from act 1, scene 3, of Julius Caesar.CASSIUS. And why should Caesar be a tyrant then?Poor man, I know he would not be a wolfBut that he sees the Romans are but sheep.Why is this excerpt an example of verbal irony?

A
Cassius speaks of the Romans as sheep, but he believes they are strong independent thinkers.
B
Cassius portrays Caesar as a cruel-hearted tyrant, and at the same time says he pitties Caesar because Caesar can’t help himself.
C
Cassius believes himself to be innocent, and only the audience knows that he is like a scheming wolf.
D
Cassius wishes that he could be a cruel leader like Caesar.
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Which situation is an example of dramatic irony?

A
Cassius refers to Caesar as a god but does not think he is fit to rule Rome.
B
Brutus says that he is ill when he is really just upset about the plot to kill Caesar.
C
The audience knows all about the plot to kill Caesar, but Caesar himself knows nothing.
D
Brutus knows that Caesar is not the type to want to be king, but Brutus joins the plot anyway.
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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]

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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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Which statement best describes a cause-and-effect relationship in a play?

A
One action is a cause, which leads to another action that is the effect of the first action.
B
One action has similarities to another action, but they are not exactly the same.
C
One action is a solution, which leads to identifying the problem.
D
One action is an effect, which leads to another action that is the cause of the first action.
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What is the best definition of character motivation?

A
It is the reason for a character’s thoughts, feelings, and actions.
B
It is what the reader learns about the character’s life or history prior to the story’s beginning.
C
It is the movement of the plot from scene to scene.
D
It is the resolution of a conflict and the conclusion of the story.
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A form of irony that is understood by the audience but not by the characters in a play is

A
understandable irony.
B
situational irony.
C
dramatic irony.
D
verbal irony.
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What is ironic about discussing whether or not to include Cicero in the conspiracy? Select two options.

A
Casca firmly reverses his position about including Cicero, as if he hadn’t been the one to suggest it in the first place.
B
Metellus thinks having gray hair is a sign of weakness and poor decision-making, but they also have gray hair.
C
Casca thinks he is making important decisions when Brutus is really the one leading the way.
D
Brutus believes Cicero should be included as one of the conspirators while Cassius disagrees.
E
Cassius agrees with Metellus that Cicero should be included, but Casca’s wise argument sways their opinions.
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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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Read the excerpt from act 1, scene 3, of Julius Caesar.[CASSIUS.] Now know you, Casca, I have moved alreadySome certain of the noblest-minded RomansTo undergo with me an enterpriseOf honourable dangerous consequence.And I do know by this, they stay for meIn Pompey’s Porch. For now this fearful nightThere is no stir or walking in the streets;And the complexion of the elementIn favour’s like the work we have in hand,Most bloody, fiery, and most terrible.

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causes the conspirators to move up their plan
B
makes Cassius more confident about what he has in mind
C
provides time to mourn Pompey’s death
D
prevents anyone from attending the 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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