The Tragedy of Julius Caesar, Part 2: Causal Relationships
Question 4 • [ELA10] ELA 10, Sem 2 (26-27)
Which statement is the best analysis of what causes Casca to join the conspiracy?Casca joins the conspiracy because Cassius uses various means to manipulate his emotions.Casca joins the conspiracy because Brutus has already joined, and he respects Brutus.Casca joins the conspiracy because Caesar has become king, and he is against this.Casca joins the conspiracy because Cinna persuades him to trust Cassius.
Answer
A
Casca joins the conspiracy because Cassius uses various means to manipulate his emotions.
B
Casca joins the conspiracy because Brutus has already joined, and he respects Brutus.
C
Casca joins the conspiracy because Caesar has become king, and he is against this.
D
Casca joins the conspiracy because Cinna persuades him to trust Cassius.
Explanation
Cassius persuades Casca by playing on his fear and anger. During the storm, he presents its strange signs as warnings about Caesar’s ambition and Rome’s danger, then invites Casca to join the plot. Casca’s decision is therefore best explained by Cassius’s emotional manipulation, not by Caesar already becoming king or by Cinna persuading him.
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