Julius Caesar 1.2 Lupercal Festival

The transcript discusses Roman religious and public holidays, highlighting the Lupercal festival's fertility rites and the legend of Romulus, the founder of Rome. It also explores the public entertainment during these holidays, such as chariot races and gladiator fights. The narrative connects Julius Caesar's return to Rome with the Lupercal festival, suggesting a symbolic link to Romulus, who became a Roman god.

How did the rituals of the Lupercal festival relate to fertility?

In what way does Shakespeare's portrayal of Caesar connect him to Romulus?