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Act 3
*: Use of Literary Devices in Acts 3, 4 and 5 - Scene 1
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Act 4
*: Use of Literary Devices in Acts 3, 4 and 5 - Scene 1
*: Use of Literary Devices in Acts 3, 4 and 5 - Scene 2
*: Use of Literary Devices in Acts 3, 4 and 5 - Scene 3
Act 5
*: Use of Literary Devices in Acts 3, 4 and 5 - Scene 1
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Shirin Puri Lama solutions for English Shakespeare's Julius Caesar Workbook Class 9 and 10 ICSE * Use of Literary Devices in Acts-1 and 2 - Scene 1 ASSIGNMENTS [Pages 84 - 96]
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS Choose the correct answers to the questions from the given options: Analysis, Application and Evaluation:
“But ’tis a common proof,
That lowliness is young ambition’s ladder.” Which of the following explains the meaning of these lines:
Depravity is the source of one’s success.
Humility works like a ladder for success.
A humble person always carries a ladder.
Young people are always ambitious.
Brutus compares Caesar with a serpent’s egg. It shows that ______.
Caesar is very swift.
Brutus apprehends danger from Caesar’s ambition.
The eggs of a snake are harmless.
Caesar is not very strong.
Brutus says, “And the state of man Like to a little kingdom, suffers then.” In these words Brutus compares man to a ______.
Statesman.
King.
Rich kingdom.
Kingdom caught in civil war.
Which of the following statements is NOT true of Brutus?
Brutus is in a calm and serene state of mind.
He is in an angry state of mind.
He is in a greatly disturbed state of mind.
He is very upset but looks calm.
Compared to Brutus’ mental condition, Lucius is ______.
Calm but worried.
Calm and serene with no worries.
Upset and angry.
Sleepy and irritated.
Since when has Brutus not been able to sleep peacefully?
Since the time Cassius complained to him about Mark Antony.
Since Cassius complained to him about Caesar’s growing powers.
Since the time Cassius criticized him, Brutus.
Since the time Cassius criticized Portia.
By giving herself a self-inflicted wound on her thigh, Portia wants to prove to her beloved husband that ______.
She is capable of drawing his attention to herself.
She is feeling lonely and sad without him.
If she can endure the pain, she is also capable of keeping his secret.
She is free to do as she pleases with her life.
What special human quality does Brutus reveal when he lets Lucius enjoy the honey-heavy dew of slumber?
His affection for Lucius.
His disgust for Lucius sleeping so soundly.
His irritation to see Lucius fast asleep.
His tolerance.
Just before leaving, when Cassius says, ‘The morning comes upon’s,’ by ‘morning’ he is referring to ______.
The Ides of March, the day of Caesar’s assassination.
The 14th of February, the feast of the Lupercal.
The morning when Caesar was offered the crown.
The morning when the Soothsayer warned Caesar about the Ides of March.
According to the idealistic Brutus, Caesar’s murder will be ______.
- a spiritual act
- a purifying act
- a brutal act
- an act of cruelty
1 and 2
2 and 3
3 and 4
1 and 4
Write the following statements in their correct order:
- Portia comes to Brutus deeply concerned about her husband’s unnatural behaviour.
- The conspirators join Brutus in the orchard and Cassius speaks of taking an oath.
- Brutus is in his orchard and asks Lucius to put a taper in his study. 4. Brutus decides that Caesar must be assassinated.
1, 2, 3, 4
4, 3, 2, 1
3, 4, 2, 1
2, 1, 4, 3
What is the time?
It is mid day.
It is midnight.
It is early morning.
It is evening.
Brutus is in his ______ at the middle of the night.
Bedroom
Courtyard
Orchard (garden)
Office
Lucius in Latin means ______.
Darkness
Light
Loose
Liberty
This scene in the play is important because it is here that ______.
The conspiracy to murder Caesar is hatched.
Portia complains to Brutus.
We get to know of Brutus’ harsh nature.
The plan to save Caesar is made.
Brutus fears that Caesar might ______.
Help democracy to flourish in Rome.
Become a tyrant once he has absolute powers as a king.
Forget him, Brutus, and not love him.
Give more importance to Cassius.
Brutus thinks of Caesar as a ______.
Serpent’s egg.
Serpent’s shell.
Serpent’s sting.
Serpent’s skin.
The anonymous letter, written by Cassius, urges Brutus to save ______.
Himself from Caesar.
Rome.
Portia.
Caesar.
Brutus’ reason for wishing to get rid of Caesar is purely based on ______.
what the Soothsayer had said about the Ides of March.
his mere suspicion that Caesar might become a tyrant in future.
his having full proof that Caesar will become a tyrant.
his own ambitions of becoming a king.
Conspiracy is so evil that it chooses to roam freely ______.
during the day.
on the street.
during the night.
on the battlefield.
Although Brutus takes a decision to kill Caesar he has ______.
no ill will towards his family.
no personal grudge against Caesar.
no idea about what he is doing.
no love for Rome.
______ takes the responsibility of making sure that Caesar goes to the Capitol.
Cassius
Casca
Trebonius
Decius
How is Metellus instrumental in the murder of Caesar?
He is very much part of the conspiracy.
He is ready to do anything for Brutus whom he admires.
He is the one to plead with Caesar for the repeal of his banished brother.
He is the main conspirator who is jealous of Caesar.
Why does Cassius fear Mark Antony?
because of his deep love for sports and plays.
as he has a deep dislike for Julius Caesar.
due to his deep devotion and loyalty to Julius Caesar.
because of his deep knowledge of Julius Caesar's character.
Why does Brutus make three vital errors of judgement?
for being too philosophical and a bad judge of character.
because he may be a philosopher but he doesn't have maturity.
as he is well-suited to plotting and planning murders.
because he is not right in all the three decisions he took.
Portia enters the orchard at ______.
one o'clock in the morning when it is dark.
two o'clock in the morning when it is dark.
three o'clock in the morning when it is dark.
six o'clock when it is turning bright.
Brutus shows his deep concern about Portia rising so early because ______.
he is afraid that she has got to know about the conspiracy.
he feels that the damp, cold morning is not good for her bad health.
she has been advised to sleep longer.
he does not wish to be disturbed.
Brutus tells Portia that she is as precious to him as the drops of blood that visit his ‘sad’ heart. His heart is ‘sad’ because ______.
he cannot share the plan of killing Caesar with her.
for the good of Rome he is going to kill his dear friend, Caesar.
he cannot take her with him when he goes with others to kill Caesar.
he is tired of her interfering ways.
Why does Portia consider herself to be a cut above other women?
She feels she is better looking and richer than other women.
She is Lord Brutus' wife.
She is Cato's daughter.
She is not only Lord Brutus' wife but also Cato's daughter.
Ligarius is ready to blindly follow Brutus because ______.
of his deep faith in the honourable Brutus as his leader.
Brutus is his only friend.
of his deep distrust in others.
of his fear of Caesar.
CONTEXT QUESTIONS
Read the extract given below and answer the questions that follow:
| BRUTUS - It must be by his death; and, for my part, I know no personal cause to spurn at him, But for the general. He would be crown’d :- How that might change his nature". |
- What indication is there in this extract that Brutus is not selfish? (Evaluation)
- Where is Brutus? Why is Brutus unable to sleep? (Recalling & Understanding)
- Whose death is Brutus speaking about? What are Brutus’ fears about the change in ‘his nature’? (Understanding & Analysis)
- What danger does Brutus foresee if the person is crowned king? What does this reveal about Brutus’ character? (Understanding & Analysis)
- What examples does Brutus cite to express his fears? Mention any two. (Application)
Read the extract given below and answer the questions that follow:
| BRUTUS - 'Tis good. Go to the gate; somebody knocks. (Exit Lucius) Since Cassius ......... against Caesar, I have not slept. Between the acting of a dreadful thing And the first motion, all the interim is .........., or a hideous dream: |
- Complete the lines in the extract. Explain the lines after completing the extract.
- What is the purpose of the people who come to meet Brutus? How have they disguised themselves?
- What does Brutus say about the conspiracy? What advice does he give?
- What is the figure of speech used by Brutus to describe the conspiracy? Explain. (Application)
- Name the conspirators who enter. (Recalling)
Read the extract given below and answer the questions that follow:
| BRUTUS - No, not an oath: if not the face of men, The sufferance of our souls, the time’s abuse,- If these be motives weak, break off be times And every man hence to his idle bed; |
- The arguments given immediately after this extract show that Brutus takes up the task of the conspiracy as his duty instead of something of a compulsion. Illustrate. (Evaluation).
- Who suggests that an oath should be taken? What does this show about the person’s foresightedness? (Recalling & Analysis)
- Why does Brutus feel that swearing an oath is not necessary? (Analysis)
- What is the next instance in which Brutus contradicts Cassius? In what way does this blunder committed by Brutus surface in the play? (Recalling & Analysis)
- How does Cassius show his farsightedness regarding the killing of Mark Antony? How correct was Cassius in his assessment of Mark Antony? (Understanding & Analysis)
Read the extract given below and answer the questions that follow:
| DECIUS - Shall no man else be touch’d but only Caesar?ˋ CASSIUS - Decius, well urg’d: I think it is not meet Mark Antony, so well belov’d of Caesar, Should outlive Caesar: We shall find of him A shrewd contriver; |
- Does Decius agree with Brutus? How do you know from this extract? (Understanding &Analysis)
- Why does Cassius feel that Decius is right? (Understanding & Analysis)
- What are the reasons given by Brutus not to kill Mark Antony? (Understanding)
- How does Brutus try to justify that their act will appear ‘too bloody’? (Application)
- What is Brutus’ assessment regarding Mark Antony? How sound is his judgement? Give reasons. (Understanding & Evaluation)
Read the extract given below and answer the questions that follow:
| TREBONIUS - 'Tis time to part. CASSIUS - But it is doubtful yet. Whether Caesar will come forth to-day or no; For he is superstitious grown of late, Quite from the main opinion he held once. |
- What are Cassius’ fears as to whether Caesar will come or not? What has given rise to this fear? State how Decius can “o’ersway” him. What promise does he make? (Understanding & Analysis)
- Another person’s name is mentioned after the extract. Who is he? Why is he not suitable to be a part of the conspiracy? What is Brutus’ reaction to this proposal? (Recalling & Understanding)
- What advice does Brutus give to the others before parting? How does he show his affection towards Lucius? (Understanding & Analysis)
- Who enters the scene a little later? Whose daughter is this person? (Recalling)
- What does the person say to Brutus? (Recalling)
Read the extract given below and answer the questions that follow:
| PORTIA - Dwell I but in the suburbs Of your good pleasure? If it be no more, Portia is Brutus’ harlot, not his wife |
- Before this extract, Portia appealed to Brutus in such a way that she played on his emotions. Which part of her reasoning has appealed most to you? Give reasons for your answer. (Application & Evaluation)
- How does Portia assess Brutus’ ill health? Is she correct in her assessment? Give reasons for your answer. (Understanding & Evaluation)
- How does Portia show her love and submissiveness to Brutus? What fears does she voice to Brutus? (Understanding & Analysis)
- How does Portia prove to Brutus that she is stronger than any other woman? (Analysis)
- Who intrudes the conversation of Portia and Brutus? What does Brutus promise Portia? (Recalling)
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