Julius Caesar Summary

In ancient Rome, Julius Caesar is celebrated as a hero, but political tensions rise as some fear his growing power. Cassius and Brutus conspire against him, leading to Caesar's assassination on the Ides of March. Antony's speech turns public opinion, sparking civil war. Brutus and Cassius face defeat at Philippi, where both meet their end. Antony and Octavius reflect on Brutus' nobility, marking the end of the tragedy.

What is the main concern of Flavius and Marellas regarding Caesar's popularity?

• They are worried he will raise taxes.

• They fear he will become a dictator.

• They believe he will lose the next election.

• They think he will leave Rome.

What does Cassius plan to do to sway Brutus against Caesar?

• Offer him money.

• Write fake letters from citizens.

• Threaten him.

• Promise him power.

Why does Brutus decide not to kill Mark Antony along with Caesar?

• He wants to make Antony an ally.

• He believes Antony is harmless without Caesar.

• He respects Antony too much.

• He fears public backlash.

What ultimately convinces Caesar to go to the Capitol despite warnings?

• A message from the Senate.

• Decius's manipulation of his ego.

• A dream he had.

• His wife's insistence.

How does Antony turn the public against the conspirators?

• By revealing Caesar's will.

• By bribing them.

• By promising them power.

• By threatening them.

What does Antony reveal in Caesar's will that incites the crowd?

• Caesar left his wealth to the Senate.

• Caesar left his wealth to Antony.

• Caesar left his wealth to his family.

• Caesar left his wealth to the citizens.

What is the outcome of the battle at Philippi for Cassius?

• He is captured.

• He is victorious.

• He commits suicide.

• He escapes.

What does Brutus do when he realizes the battle is lost?

• He kills himself.

• He flees.

• He negotiates peace.

• He surrenders.

How does Antony describe Brutus after his death?

• As the noblest Roman.

• As a traitor.

• As a fool.

• As a coward.

What is the significance of the ghost of Caesar appearing to Brutus?

• It offers Brutus a chance to surrender.

• It foreshadows Brutus's defeat.

• It warns Brutus of a new conspiracy.

• It tells Brutus to flee.