Question 1

Why are Marullus and Flavius upset with the common people at the beginning of Act 1, Scene 1?

Accepted Answer

They are angry because the people are celebrating Caesar's victory while forgetting about Pompey.

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They are upset because it is a holiday.

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They want the people to rebel against Caesar.

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They believe the people are too supportive of Pompey.

Question 2

What do Marullus and Flavius do to express their disapproval of the common people?

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They remove decorations from Caesar's statues.

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They encourage the people to celebrate more.

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They hold a speech in favor of Caesar.

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They organize a parade for Pompey.

Question 3

What contrasting views about Caesar do the commoners express in Act 1, Scene 1?

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Some admire him while others criticize him for his rise to power.

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All of them support him without question.

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They believe he is the best leader Rome has ever had.

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They all agree that he should be overthrown immediately.

Question 4

What is the significance of the feast day mentioned in Act 1, Scene 1?

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It celebrates Caesar's victory and marks a time of public festivity.

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It is a day of mourning for Pompey.

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It is a religious holiday for the Romans.

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It signifies the beginning of a military campaign.

Question 5

What warning does the character of Soothsayer give to Caesar in Act 1, Scene 1?

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Beware the Ides of March.

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Prepare for a battle with Pompey.

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Do not trust your closest friends.

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You will become king soon.

Question 6

How do Marullus and Flavius react to the celebration of Caesar's victory?

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They scold the commoners for their fickleness.

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They join in the celebration.

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They ignore the festivities completely.

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They plan to support Caesar during his rise.

Question 7

What role do Marullus and Flavius serve in regards to Caesar's leadership?

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They are tribunes who represent the interests of the common people.

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They are wealthy senators opposed to the common people.

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They are friends of Pompey planning a rebellion.

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They are military leaders supporting Caesar.

Question 8

What is the main reason Marullus and Flavius want to see less public celebration for Caesar?

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They believe the people should remain loyal to Pompey.

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They think Caesar is too popular already.

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They are worried about their own status.

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They want to promote a new festival.

Question 9

What do the commoners do when they encounter Marullus and Flavius?

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They argue and justify their celebration of Caesar.

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They start chanting for Pompey.

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They ignore them and continue celebrating.

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They immediately leave the area in fear.

Question 10

What does the Feast of Lupercal represent in Act 1, Scene 1?

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It is a festival celebrating fertility and the coming of spring.

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It is a time for mourning the dead.

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It is a ceremony for honoring military victories.

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It is a day for the coronation of new leaders.

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