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The Tragedy of Julius Caesar by William Shakespeare: Act 2

Question 4 • CREDIT RECOVERY - ELA 9 - Summer

Why does Cassius offer to be Brutus’ mirror in act 1.2?

Answer
A
Brutus is unable to see Caesar for what he really is because he once saved him in battle.
B
Cassius wants to control what Brutus sees in order to manipulate him into thinking Caesar is worse than he really is.
C
Cassius knows more because he is closer to Caesar than Brutus.
D
Brutus has asked Cassius to help him comprehend what is happening in Rome.

Explanation

Cassius says he will be Brutus’ “glass,” or mirror, and show him qualities in himself that he does not recognize. He uses this offer to influence Brutus and steer him toward opposing Caesar, so B best captures his manipulative purpose. Cassius is not simply giving Brutus a neutral account of events in Rome.

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