The Tragedy of Julius Caesar, Part 4: Monologues

Question 1

Now that you have read act 3, scene 2, it is important to compare the central ideas that Brutus and Antony convey to the audience at Caesar’s funeral.In a well-structured paragraph, state the topic of the funeral orations of Brutus and Antony. Then state how the speeches are similar, and end your paragraph outlining the differences between the speeches. Use transition words to connect supporting details.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

In act 3, scene 2, Brutus and Antony speak to the crowd about Caesar’s assassination. Both senators convey a love for Caesar and his accomplishments for the people of Rome. However, Brutus claims that Caesar was ambitious and a danger to the Roman republic. In contrast, Antony states that Caesar only benefited Rome, and that the conspirators were not honorable men.

Question 2

What did you include in your response? Check all that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Both show love for Caesar.; Caesar was ambitious.; Caesar loved Rome.; The conspirators were not honorable.

Question 3

Why does Antony keep saying that Brutus is an honorable man?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

✔ He is pointing out Brutus’s hypocrisy.; He is pointing out Brutus’s hypocrisy.; ambition; Both say the opposite of what they really think.

Question 4

✔ ambitionX greed honor

Revolt · Accepted Answer

✔ ambition

Question 5

✔ Both say the opposite of what they really think.Both think Caesar was ambitious.X Both are praising Caesar’s greatness.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

✔ Both say the opposite of what they really think.

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