Julius Caesar Act V Review

Why does Cassius think he is going to die that day?

• The soothsayer warned him about this day.

• He does not believe their army is as strong as Antony and Ocativus' army.

• He views the two dead eagles and scavenger birds circling above as bad omens.

Why does Cassius ask Pindarus to kill him?

• He is ashamed that he lost the battle.

• He feels guilty that his friend, Titinius, was captured by the enemy.

• He finally realizes that killing Caesar was a mistake.

When Brutus' followers are captured by Antony and Octavius, how are they treated?

• They are treated like allies and kept safe.

• They are killed immediately.

• They are forced to fight in the enemy's army.

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Brutus states he will not allow himself to be captured and taken to Rome. What is his reason?

• He does not want to face Antony's success.

• He regrets killing Caesar and plans to escape to the woods.

• He believes being captured would be a dishonorable fate.

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Which of the following would best expresses the theme of the play?

• Logic and philosophy are not helpful in times of crisis.

• Always listen to omens.

• Death cannot stop the desire for revenge.

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Why is Brutus considered a tragic hero but Cassius is not?

• Both men have flaws that lead to their downfall, but Brutus was noble while Cassius is manipulative and dishonest.

• Both men were noble characters, but Brutus had a tragic flaw while Cassius was perfect.

• Both men were noble and had tragic flaws, but Cassius overcame his while Brutus did not.

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What is Brutus' tragic flaw.

• He is too trusting of people.

• He is too emotional and argumentative.

• He is suspicious of everyone.

Why is the play considered a tragedy?

• There is a battle scene where a large number of people die.

• The plot centers on two people struggling for power and one dies.

• The plot centers on a main character who is noble but has a tragic flaw that leads to their downfall.

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Which of the following statements is the best description of the meeting between Brutus, Cassius, Antony, and Octavius at the beginning of Act V?

• The meeting is long and boring.

• The meeting is tense and hostile.

• The meeting is friendly and lighthearted.

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Which situation best expresses the effect of Cassius' belief that he is doomed to die?

• He sends Titinius to check if the soldiers below are enemies or allies instead of going himself.

• He allows Pindarus to flee the battle and become a free man.

• He asks Pindarus to kill him after being told Titinus was captured by enemy soliders.

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