Act IV Scene 1

1. What is the purpose of Lepidus going to Caesar’s house?

a) To fetch Antony’s will b) To fetch Caesar’s will c) To fetch Octavius’s will d) To fetch Lepidus’s will

2. Why does Antony want Publius to die?

a) Because Publius is a threat to Antony’s power b) Because Publius is a traitor c) Because Publius is
Octavius’s brother d) Because Publius is Antony’s enemy

3. What is Antony’s opinion of Lepidus?

a) He thinks Lepidus is a brave soldier b) He thinks Lepidus is a valuable ally c) He thinks Lepidus is a
worthless and unimportant person d) He thinks Lepidus is a great leader

4. Why does Antony compare Lepidus to an “empty ass”?

a) Because he thinks Lepidus is stupid b) Because he thinks Lepidus is useless c) Because he thinks
Lepidus is weak d) Because he thinks Lepidus is lazy

5. What is the main concern that Octavius and Antony discuss at the end of the scene?

a) The need to find a new ally b) The need to disclose covert matters c) The need to strengthen their
army d) The need to eliminate their enemies

6. What is the relationship between Antony and Octavius?

a) They are friends b) They are brothers c) They are political allies d) They are enemies

7. Why does Antony want to cut off some charge in legacies?

a) To save money b) To punish someone c) To distribute the wealth more fairly d) To increase his own
power 8. According to Octavius, who was selected to be “prick’d to die” in their proscription? a)
Lepidus b) Publius c) Brutus d) Cassius

9. How does Antony view Lepidus’s abilities as a leader?

a) He believes Lepidus is capable of leading one third of the world b) He believes Lepidus is a strong
and experienced leader c) He believes Lepidus is an unskilled and incompetent leader d) He believes
Lepidus has the potential to be a great leader with proper training

10. What is the main concern that Octavius expresses at the end of the scene?

a) The fear of being betrayed by their allies b) The fear of being attacked by their enemies c) The fear
of losing their power and influence d) The fear of making a mistake that will lead to their downfall

11. What is Lepidus’s condition for consenting to the death of Antony’s brother?

a) He wants to be named Caesar’s successor b) He wants to be given a large sum of money c) He

12. How does Antony describe Lepidus’s character?

a) As a valuable ally with a strong leadership ability b) As a loyal soldier who deserves to be rewarded
c) As a weak and unimportant person who is easily manipulated d) As a competent and intelligent
individual who is underestimated
13. What is the main purpose of the meeting between Antony and Octavius?

a) To discuss the distribution of wealth and power b) To plan a military strategy against their enemies
c) To negotiate a treaty with their allies d) To decide who will become the next leader of Rome

14. What is the tone of the conversation between Antony and Octavius?

a) Hostile and argumentative b) Respectful and cooperative c) Suspicious and secretived) Sarcastic
and mocking

15. Antony : “These many then shall die; their names are prick’d”. Choose the option that lists the
sequence of events in the correct order.

i. Antony, Octavius, and Lepidus discuss the proscription list. ii. Antony marks certain names for
execution. iii. Lepidus agrees to Antony’s choices. iv. Octavius questions Antony’s decisions.

a) (i) , (ii) , (iii) , (iv) b) (iii) , (iv) , (ii) , (i) c) (ii) , (i) , (iv) , (iii) d) (iv) , (i) , (ii) , (iii)

16. Octavius : “Your brother too must die; consent you Lepidus?” Choose the option that lists the
sequence of events in the correct order. i. Octavius suggests adding Lepidus’s brother to the
proscription list. ii. Lepidus hesitantly agrees. iii. Antony and Octavius debate over the names. iv.
Lepidus consents to the decision. a) (iii) , (i) , (iv) , (ii) b) (i) , (ii) , (iii) , (iv) c) (i) , (iii) , (iv) , (ii) d) (ii) ,
(iii) , (i) , (iv)

17. Antony : “But Lepidus, go you to Caesar’s house; Fetch the will hither, and we shall determine
How to cut off some charge in legacies”. Choose the option that lists the sequence of events in the
correct order.

i. Antony sends Lepidus to fetch Caesar’s will. ii. The trio discusses reducing the legacies. iii. Lepidus
leaves to fulfill Antony’s request. iv. Antony and Octavius plan their next move.

a) (i) , (iii) , (ii) , (iv) b) (iii) , (ii) , (iv) , (i) c) (ii) , (iv) , (i) , (iii) d) (iv) , (i) , (iii) , (ii)

18. Octavius : “You may do your will; But he’s a tried and valiant soldier”. Choose the option that lists
the sequence of events in the correct order.

i. Octavius acknowledges Lepidus’s past service. ii. Antony criticises Lepidus’s abilities. iii. They
discuss Lepidus’s role in their regime. iv. Antony compares Lepidus to his horse.

a) (ii) , (iv) , (i) , (iii) b) (iii) , (i) , (ii) , (iv) c) (iv) , (ii) , (iii) , (i) d) (i) , (iii) , (iv) , (ii)

19. Antony : “This is a slight unmeritable man, Meet to be sent on errands: is it fit, The threefold
world divided, he should stand One of the three to share it?”

Statement (i) : Antony describes someone as “unmeritable”.

Statement (ii) : He questions if it’s appropriate for such a person to share power.

Select the option that shows the correct relationship between statements (i) and (ii).

a) (i) is the cause for (ii) b) (i) is an example of (ii) c) (i) is independent of (ii) d) (i) is a contradiction of
(ii)

20. Antony : “Octavius, I have seen more days than you: And though we lay these honours on this
man, To ease ourselves of divers slanderous loads, He shall but bear them as the ass bears gold, To
groan and sweat under the business, Either led or driven, as we point the way;”
Statement (i) : Antony asserts his greater experience over Octavius.

Statement (ii) : He compares a man’s burden to that of an ass bearing gold. Select the option that
shows the correct relationship between statements (i) and (ii).

a) (i) is the cause for (ii) b) (i) is an example of (ii) c) (i) is independent of (ii) d) (i) is a contradiction of
(ii)

21. Antony : “So is my horse, Octavius; and for that I do appoint him store of provender: It is a
creature that I teach to fight, To wind, to stop, to run directly on, His corporal motion govern’d by my
spirit”.

Statement (i) : Antony compares someone to his horse.

Statement (ii) : He describes how he controls the horse’s actions.

Select the option that shows the correct relationship between statements (i) and (ii).

a) (i) is the cause for (ii) b) (i) is an example of (ii) c) (i) is independent of (ii) d) (i) is a contradiction of
(ii)

22. In the line, “These many, then, shall die; their names are prick’d”, what does Antony imply about
the list of names?

a) They are to be honoured b) They are to be promoted c) They are to be assassinated d) They are to
be exiled

23. The phrase “Prick him down, Antony” refers to what action?

a) Demoting Lepidus b) Adding a name to the death list c) Signing a peace treaty d) Planning a
military campaign

24. Antony’s statement, “with a spot I damn him”, signifies what?

a) Marking someone for a special honour b) Choosing someone for a leadership role c) Condemning
someone to death d) Assigning someone a task

25. Antony’s order to Lepidus, “Fetch the will hither”, is primarily about what?

a) Reviewing Caesar’s last wishes b) Distributing wealth to the people c) Altering the will for political
gain d) Paying respects to Caesar’s memory

26. When Antony says, “Listen great things”, what is he about to discuss?

a) Philosophical ideas b) Personal grievances c) Military strategies against Brutus and Cassius d) Plans
for a celebration

27. Octavius’s comment, “And some that smile have in their hearts, I fear, Millions of mischiefs”,
suggests what about their situation?

a) They are surrounded by friends b) They are in a secure position c) They face many hidden dangers
d) They are universally loved

28. The raging passion of the mob in the earlier scene is replaced by which of the following in this
scene?
(a) Hot-headedness of the conspirators (b) Cold-hearted ruthlessness of the anarchists (c) Peace and
calm on the battlefield(d) None of the above

29. Who among the following is NOT a part of the Second Triumvirate?

(a) Antony (b) Brutus (c) Octavius (d) Lepidus

30. What does the list that Antony and Octavius are reading together contain? (a) The names of
Brutus' friends (b) The names of Caesar's friends (c) The names of people to be executed (d) None of
the above

31. "Your brother too must die." Whose brother is referred to?

(a) Antony's

(b) Lepidus'

(c) Octavius'

(d) Brutus'

32. On what condition does Lepidus agree that his brother should be executed?

(a) Mark Antony's sister's son should also be executed

(b) All the leaders of the coup should be executed

(c) All of Brutus’ friends should be executed

(d) None of the above

33. What does Antony ask Lepidus to do?

(a) To execute all those who supported the coup

(b) To arrest all those who supported the coup

(c) To get Caesar's sword from his house

(d) To get Caesar's will from his house

34. What does Antony intend to do after getting Caesar's will?

(a) Change Caesar's will to fund the civil war

(b) Read it publicly

(c) Cut down the amount of money bequeathed by Caesar.

(d) Replace it with a fake will

35.To whom does Antony refer to as "unmeritable man"?

(a) Lepidus

(b) Cassius

(c) Octavius

(d) Brutus
36. According to Antony, what is this "unmeritable man" fit for?

(a) To run here and there

(b) To do odd jobs

(c) To act as a messenger

(d) None of the above

37. To whom does Antony compare Lepidus in this scene?

(a) A horse who runs away from the master

(b) A donkey who carries a load of gold

(c) A poor man who does not know the value of gold

(d) None of the above

38. Which of the following adjectives is NOT used by Mark Antony for Lepidus?

(a) "Store of provender"

(b) "Unmeritable man"

(c) "a property"

(d) "barren-spirited fellow"

39, What does Octavius say about Lepidus in this scene?

(a) He is good for nothing

(b) He is a good task-master

(c) He is a good soldier

(d) He is a good organizer

40. Which of the following is hinted in this scene?

(a) Tensions within the Second Triumvirate

(b) Tensions between Brutus and Cassius

(c) Mob fury

(d) None of the above

41. Which characteristic trait of Mark Antony is highlighted in this scene?

(a) Passionate and patriotic

(b) Ruthless and hypocritical

(c) Faithful and loyal

(d) None of the above.

42. Mark Antony's dismissal of Lepidus reflect which of the following traits of his personality?
(a) Shrewd manipulator

(b) Power hungry

(c) Betrayer of friendship

(d) Both (b) and (c).

Act IV Scene 2
1. What does Lucilius tell Brutus about Cassius?

a) Cassius is far away from the current location b) Pindarus is not with Cassius c) Cassius is nearby d)
Cassius is not going to meet Brutus

2. How did Cassius receive Lucilius?

a) He was cold and distant b) He was friendly and had a long conversation with him c) He was
respectful, but not as friendly as before d) He did not meet with Lucilius

3. What does Brutus say about hollow men? a) They are like horses that are ready to run b) They
make promises, but do not keep them c) They are strong and braved) They are loyal to their friends

4. What does Cassius say to Brutus when he arrives?

a) He accuses Brutus of wronging him b) He compliments Brutus on his leadership c) He asks Brutus
to join his army d) He asks for Brutus’s help in a battle

5. What does Brutus suggest they do before discussing their problems?

a) End the battle b) Talk in front of both of their armies c) Have a fight to settle their differences d)
Dismiss their armies and then talk in private

6. What does Cassius ask his commanders to do before he meets with Brutus?

a) Move away from the current location b) Attack Brutus and his army c) Stay put and guard the door
of his tent d) Gather more soldiers for their army

7. What does Brutus say about love between friends?

a) It is important for their armies to see b) It should always be displayed in public c) It should never
be questioned d) It can sometimes hide wrongs

8. What do Lucilius and Titinius do after Brutus and Cassius enter the tent to talk?

a) They stand guard outside the tent b) They leave the area to join their respective armies c) They
follow Brutus and Cassius into the tent d) They join Cassius’s army

9. What does the low march within signify?

a) The arrival of Cassius and his army b) The departure of Brutus’s army c) The start of a battled) The
sound of a retreat

10. What does Pindarus offer to Brutus on behalf of his master Cassius?

a) Salutations b) Greetings and apologies c) Warnings d) Gifts

11. According to Brutus, what do hollow men do?

12. What does Cassius accuse Brutus of?

a) Betraying his enemies b) Betraying his friends c) Stealing from him d) Cheating in a game

13. What does Brutus suggest Cassius should do with his grievances?

a) Speak them loudly in front of their armies b) Keep them to himself and move on c) Express them
privately in Brutus’s tent d) Seek revenge immediately

14. What does Brutus mean when he says, “Judge me, you gods! wrong I mine enemies?”

a) He believes he has done no wrong to anyone b) He believes he has wronged Cassius and is willing
to be judged for it c) He believes that the gods are the only ones who can judge him d) He believes
that Cassius is not his enemy

15. Brutus : “Thou hast described a hot friend cooling: ever note Lucilius, when love begins to sicken
and decay, it useth an enforced ceremony”.

Choose the option that lists the sequence of events in the correct order.

i. Brutus ponders the nature of fading friendships. ii. Brutus greets Lucilius and inquires about
Cassius. iii. Brutus and Cassius prepare to discuss their grievances. iv. Brutus reflects on the changes
in Cassius’s behaviour.

a) (ii) , (iv) , (i) , (iii) b) (iv) , (ii) , (iii) , (i) c) (i) , (iii) , (ii) , (iv) d) (iii) , (i) , (iv) , (ii)

16. Cassius : “Most noble brother, you have done me wrong”.

Choose the option that lists the sequence of events in the correct order.

i. Cassius accuses Brutus of wrongdoing. ii. Cassius and his army arrive at the camp. iii. Cassius and
Brutus prepare for a private discussion. iv. Cassius expresses his grievances to Brutus.

a) (ii) , (i) , (iv) , (iii) b) (i) , (iii) , (ii) , (iv) c) (iii) , (iv) , (i) , (ii) d) (iv) , (ii) , (iii) , (i)

17. Pindarus : “I do not doubt but that my noble master will appear such as he is, full of regard and
honour”.

Choose the option that lists the sequence of events in the correct order.

i. Pindarus expresses confidence in Cassius’s honour. ii. Pindarus delivers a message to Brutus. iii.
Pindarus meets with Brutus and Lucilius. iv. Pindarus discusses Cassius’s approach.

a) (iii) , (ii) , (iv) , (i) b) (iv) , (i) , (iii) , (ii) c) (ii) , (iii) , (i) , (iv) d) (i) , (iv) , (ii) , (iii)

18. Brutus and Cassius : “Let us not wrangle: bid them move away; Then in my tent, Cassius, enlarge
your griefs, and I will give you audience”.

Choose the option that lists the sequence of events in the correct order.

i. Brutus invites Cassius to speak privately in his tent. ii. Cassius and Brutus meet in the camp. iii.
Cassius expresses his grievances to Brutus. iv. Brutus suggests not arguing in front of their armies.

a) (ii) , (iv) , (i) , (iii) b) (iii) , (i) , (iv) , (ii) c) (i) , (ii) , (iv) , (iii) d) (ii) , (iii) , (i) , (iv)
19. Brutus : “Your master, Pindarus, In his own change, or by ill officers, Hath given me some worthy
cause to wish Things done, undone”.

Statement (i) : Pindarus’ master has changed or been ill-advised.

Statement (ii) : Brutus wishes some things were undone.

Select the option that shows the correct relationship between statements (i) and (ii).

a) (i) is the cause for (ii) b) (i) is an example of (ii) c) (i) is independent of (ii) d) (i) is a contradiction of
(ii)

20. Brutus : “Let us not wrangle: bid them move away; Then in my tent, Cassius, enlarge your griefs,
And I will give you audience”.

Statement (i) : Brutus suggests not to argue in front of their armies.

Statement (ii) : Brutus offers to listen to Cassius’ concerns privately in his tent.

Select the option that shows the correct relationship between statements (i) and (ii).

a) (i) is the cause for (ii) b) (i) is an example of (ii) c) (i) is independent of (ii) d) (i) is a contradiction of
(ii)

21. When Brutus says, “Thou hast described A hot friend cooling”, what does he mean?

a) Cassius is becoming more passionate b) Cassius is losing his temper c) Cassius’ enthusiasm is
waning d) Cassius is becoming physically ill

22. In the phrase “There are no tricks in plain and simple faith”, what is Brutus suggesting about
trust?

a) It is always deceptive b) It is straightforward and honest c) It requires clever manipulation d) It is

23. When Brutus mentions “hollow men, like horses hot at hand”, he is drawing a comparison to
people who are:

a) Strong and reliable b) Impulsive and untrustworthy c) Calm and rational d) Timid and fearful

24. In Cassius’ line, “This sober form of yours hides wrongs”, what is he accusing Brutus of?

a) Being overly serious b) Concealing his true intentions c) Lack of empathy d) Physical illness

25. When Brutus says, “Speak your griefs softly” what is he advising Cassius to do?

a) Express his problems quietly b) Not to speak of his problems c) To forget his grievances d) To speak
openly and loudly

26. When Brutus says, “Let Lucius and Titinius guard our door”, what does this indicate about the
upcoming meeting?

a) It will be a brief encounter b) It will be open to others c) It requires strict confidentiality d) It is a

27. The phrase “March gently on to meet him” suggests Brutus wants his army to:
a) Attack immediately b) Advance cautiously c) Retreat slowly d) Approach in a non-threatening
manner

1. Who is referred to as Pindarus’ master?

(a) Brutus (b) Cassius (c) Antony (d) Octavius

2. According to Brutus, what does a friend begin to do when his love begins to decline and diminish?
(a) He tries to part ways (b) He uses corrupt means (c) He uses forced formalities (d) He does not
bother for anything

3. With whom has Brutus compared an insincere man?

(a) Worthless horse (b) Worthless runner (c) Worthless friend (d) None of the above

4. Which allegation is made by Cassius against Brutus?

(a) He has forgotten him(b) He has wronged him (c) He has betrayed him (d) He has unnecessarily
blamed him

5. What reply does Brutus give for Cassius' accusation against him?

(a) He has returned what Cassius gave him (b) He cannot do any wrong with his relatives (c) He
cannot do any wrong even to his enemies. (d) None of the above.

6. According to Cassius, what hides the wrong done by Brutus?

(a) Dignified appearance (b) His fear (c) His outer personality (d) None of the above

7. Why does Brutus tell Cassius to discuss his grievances in private?

(a) Their dispute should not reach their wives ears. (b) The morale of their armies does not diminish.
(c) Their dispute is no dispute at all. (d) None of the above.

8. What change is noticed in Brutus' behaviour from the earlier scenes?

(a) He has become more relaxed and organized (b) He has become drastically serious (c) He has
become impatient and suspicious (d) None of the above.

Act IV Scene 3
1. Why is Cassius upset with Brutus in this scene?

a) Because Brutus accused him of taking bribes b) Because Brutus insulted his military experience c)
Because Brutus refused to lend him money d) Because Brutus called him a coward

2. Why does Brutus say he would rather “coin his heart” than “wring from the hard hands of
peasants their vile trash”?

a) Because he is a skilled craftsman and enjoys making coins b) Because he believes in the value of
honest work and earning money ethically c) Because he is in love with a woman named Heart and
wants to impress her d) Because he is planning to counterfeit coins to make money

3. How does Brutus respond when Cassius claims he is a better soldier?

a) He agrees with Cassius b) He denies it and insults Cassius c) He challenges Cassius to a duel d) He
ignores the comment and changes the subject
4. Why does Cassius threaten revenge against Brutus?

a) Because Brutus insulted his military experience b) Because Brutus refused to lend him money c)
Because Brutus called him a coward d) Because Brutus humiliated him in front of others

5. How does Brutus respond to Cassius’ accusation that he doesn’t love him?

a) He apologises and promises to be a better friend b) He denies it but acknowledges that he doesn’t
like Cassius’ faults c) He agrees with Cassius and says he will try to be more loving d) He ignores the
accusation and changes the subject

6. What is Brutus comparing himself to when he says “I had rather be a dog, and bay the moon”?

a) A traitor b) A coward c) A lunatic d) A rebel

7. What does Brutus accuse Cassius of doing with his offices?

a) Trading them for gold b) Giving them to undeserving people c) Selling them to the Sardians d)
Using them to gain power

8. What is Brutus’ opinion of base bribes?

a) He thinks they are necessary for gaining power b) He thinks they are acceptable in certain
situationsc) He thinks they are a stain on a Roman’s honour d) He thinks they are a way to help one’s
friends

9. Why does Cassius say he is older and abler than Brutus?

a) To insult Brutus’ age and abilities b) To prove that he is a better soldier c) To show that he has
more experience d) To make conditions in their argument

10. What does Cassius threaten to do in response to Brutus’ insults?

a) Leave the army b) Fight Brutus in a duel c) Call upon the gods for revenge d) Forget himself and
lose his temper

11. Why does Cassius accuse Brutus of having an “itching palm”?

a) Because Brutus has been taking bribes from the Sardians b) Because Brutus refused to sell his
offices for gold c) Because Brutus has been unjustly accusing Cassiusd) Because Brutus is jealous of
Cassius’s wealth and power

12. What does Brutus say he would rather do than sell his offices for gold?

a) Bay at the moon like a dog b) Give in to Cassius’s demands c) Betray his country for personal gain
d) Take money from peasants by any means necessary

13. Why does Cassius say he is tired of the world?

a) Because he has been cheated by his brother b) Because he has been accused of taking bribes c)
Because he is hated by the one he loves d) Because he is being watched by the authorities

14. What does Brutus say is the reason Cassius’s chastisement is hidden?

a) Because the gods are protecting him. b) Because his name honours corruption. c) Because he has
too much power. d) Because he is too valuable to be punished

15. How does Brutus respond when Cassius accuses him of not loving him?
a) He admits that he does not love Cassius b) He says he does not like Cassius’s faults c) He accuses
Cassius of being a flatterer d) He tells Cassius to take revenge on him

16. Brutus : “Let me tell you Cassius, you yourself are much condemn’d to have an itching palm”

Choose the option that lists the sequence of events in the correct order:

i. Brutus accuses Cassius of greed and corruption. ii. Cassius and Brutus enter the tent. iii. Cassius
defends his actions and expresses outrage. iv. Discussion about the bribe-taking Lucius Pella.

a) (ii) , (iv) , (i) , (iii) b) (i) , (ii) ,(iii) ,(iv) c) (iii) , (i) ,(iv) , (ii) d) (iv) , (ii) , (iii) , (i)

17. Brutus : “Remember March, the ides of March remember”

Choose the option that lists the sequence of events in the correct order:

i. Brutus reminds Cassius of Caesar’s assassination for justice. ii. Cassius reacts strongly to Brutus’s
accusations iii. The argument between Cassius and Brutus intensifies. iv. Cassius and Brutus debate
the moral implications of their actions.

a) (iv) , (iii) , (ii) , (i) b) (ii) , (i) , (iii) , (iv) c) (i) , (iv) , (iii) , (ii) d) (iii) , (ii) , (i) , (iv)

18. Brutus : “There is a tide in the affairs of men / Which, taken at the flood,

leads on to fortune”.

Choose the option that lists the sequence of events in the correct order:

i. Brutus and Cassius discuss the strategy for battle.

ii. Brutus learns about Portia’s death.

iii. Brutus argues for attacking at Philippi.

iv. Cassius initially disagrees with Brutus’s plan.

a) (ii) , (i) , (iii) , (iv)

b) (i) , (iii) , (iv) , (ii)

c) (iii) , (iv) , (ii) , (i)

d) (iv) , (ii) , (i) , (iii)

19. Brutus : “You have wrong’d me doth appear in this: You have condemn’d and noted Lucius

Pella For taking bribes here of the Sardians; Wherein my letters, praying on his side,

Because I knew the man, were slighted off”.

Statement (i) : Brutus has condemned Lucius Pella for taking bribes.

Statement (ii) : Brutus ignored Cassius’s letters which supported Lucius Pella.

Select the option that shows the correct relationship between statements (i) and (ii).

a) (i) is the cause for (ii)

b) (i) is an example of (ii)

d) (i) is a contradiction of (ii)

20. Cassius : “I an itching palm! You know that you are Brutus that speak this, Or, by the gods,

this speech were else your last”.

Statement (i) : Brutus accuses Cassius of having an ‘itching palm’ (being greedy).

Statement (ii) : Cassius is shocked and warns Brutus about the consequences of such an

accusation.

Select the option that shows the correct relationship between statements (i) and (ii).

a) (i) is the cause for (ii)

b) (i) is an example of (ii)

c) (i) is independent of (ii)

d) (i) is a contradiction of (ii)

21. Cassius : “For Cassius is aweary of the world; Hated by one he loves; braved by his brother;

Cheque’d like a bondman; all his faults observed, Set in a note-book, learn’d, and conn’d by

rote, To cast into my teeth”.

Statement (i) : Cassius feels weary of the world.

Statement (ii) : Cassius’s faults are meticulously noted and thrown back at him.

Select the option that shows the correct relationship between statements (i) and (ii).

a) (i) is the cause for (ii)

b) (i) is an example of (ii)

c) (i) is independent of (ii)

d) (i) is a contradiction of (ii)

22. Brutus : “The enemy increaseth every day; We, at the height, are ready to decline”.

Statement (i) : “The enemy increaseth every day”.

Statement (ii) : “We, at the height, are ready to decline”.

Select the option that shows the correct relationship between statements (i) and (ii).

a) (i) is the cause for (ii)

23. In the line “You wronged yourself to write in such a case”, what is Brutus suggesting
aboutCassius’ actions? a) Cassius was right to defend Lucius Pella. b) Cassius harmed his own
reputation by supporting Lucius Pella. c) Cassius should have been more discreet in his
correspondence. d) Cassius should have condemned Lucius Pella himself.

24. In Cassius’ statement, “I am a soldier, I, Older in practise, abler than yourself To make conditions”,
what is he asserting about himself in comparison to Brutus?

a) He is more experienced and capable as a soldier than Brutus. b) He is older and therefore wiser
than Brutus. c) He is better at negotiating terms and conditions. d) He has a more cautious approach
to warfare than Brutus.

25. In the line “Cassius is aweary of the world; Hated by one he loves; braved by his brother”, what is
Cassius expressing about his current state?

a) Cassius is expressing his physical exhaustion and desire for rest. b) Cassius feels overwhelmed by
the political responsibilities he faces. c) Cassius is disillusioned and feels betrayed by those close to
him. d) Cassius is regretting his involvement in Caesar’s assassination.

26. When Brutus says, “O Cassius, you are yoked with a lamb that carries anger as the flint bears
fire”, what is he suggesting about his own character?

a) That he is gentle and non-confrontational like a lamb. b) That he is unpredictable and can be easily
provoked. c) That his anger is slow to ignite but fierce once it does d) That he is weak and unable to
stand up to Cassius

27. When Cassius says, “I have as much of this in art as you, But yet my nature could not bear it so”,
in response to Brutus’s reaction to his wife’s death, what is he indicating about himself?

a) He is more emotionally resilient than Brutus b) He is equally skilled in military strategy as Brutus c)
He is less capable of controlling his emotions in the face of tragedy. d) He does not believe in
discussing personal matters.

28. When Brutus says, “How ill this taper burns! Ha! who comes here?” what is he expressing?

a) His frustration at the poor quality of the candle. b) His suspicion that someone is approaching him.
c) His confusion about the ghostly vision he perceives. d) His anger at being disturbed.

1. According to Cassius, how has Brutus done wrong to him?

(a) By calling him trustworthy of Caesar (b) By condemning Lucius Pela for taking bribes (c) By
brushing aside his letters in defence of Lucius Pela (d) Both (b) and (c).

2. Why does Brutus remind Cassius of the month of March?

(a) To remind him of his cruelty (b) To remind him that Caesar was murdered for the sake of justice
(c) To remind him of the similar fate awaiting him (d) None of the above

3. What does Brutus say he would like to be rather than be a Roman with a low character?

(a) An ass (b) A horse (c) A dog (d) None of the above

4. With whom has Brutus compared Cassius' irritable mood?

(a) A wasp (b) A snake (c) A dog (d) A lion

5. In which trait does Cassius say he is better than Brutus?

(a) Soldier (b) Orator (c) Planner (d) Organizer

(a) He cannot ask anybody else (b) He cannot take it from Caesar's legacy (c) He cannot raise it
himself by foul means(d) All of the above

7. What would Brutus do to raise money rather than using foul means?

(a) Convert his property into money (b) Convert his enemies into his friends (c) Convert his heart into
pieces of money (d) None of the above.

8. Who would overlook a friend's fault, according to Brutus?

(a) A selfish man (b) A flatter's eye (c) An arrogant man (d) An evil man

9. With whom has Brutus compared his gentle nature?

(a) A goat

(b) A mule

(c) A lamb

(d) None of the above

10. How does Brutus carry anger within his nature?

(a) As a flint carries fire

(b) As a drop of water

(c) As a match stick

(d) As a wick of a candle

11. What reason does Brutus give for his anger?

(a) His misfortune

(b) His griefs

(c) His failures

(d) None of the above

12. How did Portia die?

(a) By jumping from Mount Olympus

(b) By drowning in the sea

(c) By swallowing poison

(d) By swallowing burning coals

13. What was Brutus' fear in waiting for the enemy at Sardis?

(a) Local population would attack them

(b) Local population would join the enemy

(c) The enemy would approach them from other side

14. Messala brings the news of killing of which of the following senators by Antony and

Octavius?

(a) Lecilius

(b) Titinus

(c) Cicero

(d) Cassius

15. What does the ghost of Caesar stands for?

(a) Spirit of Caesar, restless for revenge

(b) Spirit of Caesar, restless for saving Roman Republic

(c) Spirit of Caesar, restless for being betrayed by Brutus

(d) None of the above.