Question

Why does Caesar tell Metellus Cimber to stop his dog-like flattery and fawning?

Options

• His brother does not want to come back to Rome

• His brother has been banished by a legal decision which cannot be changed

• Metellus is looking foolish in his eyes

• Caesar wants to get on with other important matters

Answer 1

His brother has been banished by a legal decision which cannot be changed

Explanation:

Publius Cimber has been banished by a lawful decision. Caesar insists that his decision is firm and cannot be altered by pleading or flattery. He therefore rejects Metellus's request and compares the petitioners to dogs.