The Tragedy of Julius Caesar, Part 6: Word Choice and Motif — Quiz
Question 11 • English Language Arts 10
Read the excerpt from act 5, scene 1, of Julius Caesar . OCTAVIUS: Come, Antony, away! Defiance, traitors, hurl we in your teeth. If you dare fight to-day, come to the field. If not, when you have stomachs. What is the tone of this passage?
Answer
A
regretful wishing he had been a better leader
B
scornful suggesting Brutus and Cassius are traitors and cowards
C
discouraged knowing that they will lose to Brutus and Cassius
D
sad when rembering the daily struggles the Roman citizens must endure
Explanation
Octavius calls Brutus and Cassius “traitors” and challenges them to fight. The phrase “If you have stomachs” questions whether they have the courage to face him, giving the passage a scornful, taunting tone. Choice D best describes this attitude.
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