Shakespeare's Julius Caesar Quiz

How does Shakespeare portray the common people in relation to Caesar?

• As noble and steadfast

• As easily swayed and fickle

• As loyal and supportive

• As indifferent and apathetic

Why are Marullus and Flavius angered by the people's actions?

• Because the people are ignoring Caesar's triumph

• Because the people are celebrating Caesar's triumph and forgetting Pompey

• Because the people are honoring Pompey

• Because the people are indifferent to Caesar

What do Marullus and Flavius do to show their disapproval of the people's disloyalty?

• They praise Caesar

• They celebrate Pompey

• They scold the people and take down decorations honoring Caesar

• They ignore the people

What does Caesar want Calpurnia to do during the race?

• To win the race

• To stand in Antony’s path to be touched

• To cheer for him

• To avoid the race

What is Antony's response to Caesar's request?

• He refuses to help

• He suggests a close, loyal, and obedient relationship with Caesar

• He ignores Caesar

• He mocks Caesar

How does Caesar react to the soothsayer’s warning?

• He heeds the warning

• He dismisses it, showing arrogance

• He becomes fearful

• He consults with his advisors

What does Cassius complain about regarding Brutus?

• That Brutus is too friendly

• That Brutus has been cold and distant

• That Brutus is too ambitious

• That Brutus is too trusting

What does Cassius try to show Brutus about Caesar?

• That Caesar is invincible

• That Caesar is weak and vulnerable

• That Caesar is generous

• That Caesar is wise

What does Cassius mean about Brutus's potential?

• Brutus has no potential

• Brutus could lead Rome as well as Caesar

• Brutus is only a follower

• Brutus is too weak to lead

What does Brutus fear about Caesar?

• Caesar's kindness

• Caesar's ambition

• Caesar's wisdom

• Caesar's loyalty