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The Tragedy of Julius Caesar, Part 6: Word Choice and Motif Answers

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Read the excerpt from act 5, scene 1, of Julius Caesar.[CASSIUS.] Two mighty eagles fell, and there they perched, Gorging and feeding from our soldiers’ hands; Who to Philippi here consorted us. This morning are they fled away and gone, And in their steads do ravens, crows, and kites Fly o’er our heads and downward look on us, As we were sickly prey. Their shadows seem A canopy most fatal, under which Our army lies ready to give up the ghost.MESSALA. Believe not so.CASSIUS. I but believe it partly; For I am fresh of spirit, and resolved To meet all perils very constantly.

A
It reveals Cassius’s sense of optimism in spite of the dark omens.
B
It exposes Cassius’s feelings of regret for murdering Caesar.
C
It shows Cassius’s renewed respect for the armies of Lepidus.
D
It reveals Cassius’s humble dedication to Caesar’s memory and the people of Rome.
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Read the excerpt from act 5, scene 2, of Julius Caesar.BRUTUS. Ride, ride, Messala, ride, and give these bills Unto the legions on the other side.[Loud alarum]Let them set on at once, for I perceive But cold demeanour in Octavius’ wing, And sudden push gives them the overthrow. Ride, ride, Messala, let them all come down.[Exeunt]

A
The tone would become one of despair and negativity.
B
The tone would become more angry and vengeful.
C
The tone would be less urgent as the enemy moves more slowly.
D
The tone would become one of indifference as both sides act indecisively.
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Which is a motif in a work of literature?

A
the continued use of figurative language
B
concrete events or symbols that reoccur
C
the repetition of vowel sounds in a monologue.
D
the repetition of a word in a character’s speech.
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Read the excerpt from act 5, scene 1, of Julius Caesar.OCTAVIUS. So I hope. I was not born to die on Brutus’ sword.BRUTUS. O, if thou wert the noblest of thy strain, Young man, thou couldst not die more honourable.CASSIUS. A peevish schoolboy, worthless of such honour, Joined with a masquer and a reveller!ANTONY. Old Cassius still!

A
It reveals a deeper level of contempt when saying Octavius is but an annoying child.
B
It emphasizes his belief that Octavius is a respected politician.
C
It suggests sympathy because he thinks that Octavius has been deceived.
D
It suggests a strong fear of Octavius’ deadly skills as a warrior.
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What is the definition of tone?

A
the attitude of a text toward the subject and theme
B
referring to something historical or literary to state a meaning
C
the specific meaning a word suggests
D
comparing two unlike items using like or as
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Read the excerpt from act 5, scene 1, of Julius Caesar.BRUTUS. Even by the rule of that philosophy By which I did blame Cato for the death Which he did give himself—I know not how, But I do find it cowardly and vile For fear of what might fall so to prevent The time of life—arming myself with patience To stay the providence of some high powers That govern us below.

A
Arming describes the steps Brutus is taking to plan his retreat.
B
Arming reminds readers of the swords used by the conspirators during Caesar’s murder.
C
Arming reveals Brutus’s growing sense of confidence in Cassius’ ability to lead Rome.
D
Arming suggests that as a warrior prepares for battle, Brutus has prepared himself for whatever happens with strength.
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Read the excerpt from act 5, scene 1, of Julius Caesar.CASSIUS. Why, now, blow wind, swell billow, and swim bark! The storm is up, and all is on the hazard.

A
an omen predicting eventual peace
B
an omen predicting a happy reunion
C
an omen suggesting that Cassius will be victorious
D
an omen suggesting a tragic end to the battle
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Read the excerpt from act 5, scene 1, of Julius Caesar.[CASSIUS.] Coming from Sardis, on our former ensign Two mighty eagles fell, and there they perched, Gorging and feeding from our soldiers’ hands; Who to Philippi here consorted us. This morning are they fled away and gone, And in their steads do ravens, crows, and kites Fly o’er our heads and downward look on us, As we were sickly prey. Their shadows seem A canopy most fatal, under which Our army lies ready to give up the ghost.

A
letters that suggest that the army is advancing and will be victorious
B
blood that appears because the birds are feeding off of dead bodies
C
flattery that consumes most characters in the play
D
an omen that predicts misfortune for Cassius’s army
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Which details are important to consider when analyzing nuance in a text? Select two options.

A
number of characters
B
connotation
C
tone
D
motifs
E
length of the passage
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Read the excerpt from act 5, scene 1, of Julius Caesar.OCTAVIUS. Come, come, the cause. If arguing make us sweat, The proof of it will turn to redder drops. Look, I draw a sword against conspirators. When think you that the sword goes up again? Never, till Caesar’s three and thirty wounds Be well avenged, or till another Caesar Have added slaughter to the sword of traitors.

A
The blood motif suggests that revenge will lead to violence and death.
B
The letter motif reminds Octavius of what has happened in Rome since Caesar’s death.
C
The sword motif suggests that Ocatavius and Antony will both soon be assassinated.
D
The flattery motif suggests that the conspirators will eventually turn on one another.

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