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Question
Upon seeing the soothsayer, Caesar tauntingly remarks that the 'Ides of March are come'. What does the soothsayer replies:
Options
Ay Caesar; that is true
Ay Caesar; but not gone
Ay Caesar; and will soon be over
Ay Caesar; and you will soon be murdered
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Solution
Ay Caesar; but not gone
Explanation:
The soothsayer agrees that the Ides of March have arrived, but adds that they have not yet passed. This reply is prophetic because Caesar's death occurs before the day ends. Caesar's arrogant confidence prevents him from understanding the warning.
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