scene 3 Flashcards

1
Q

What is the setting of Act 1, Scene 3 of Julius Caesar?

A

The scene takes place in Rome during a stormy night.

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2
Q

True or False: Act 1, Scene 3 features a conversation between Casca and Cicero.

A

True

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3
Q

What natural phenomenon occurs in Act 1, Scene 3?

A

A storm with thunder and lightning.

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4
Q

Fill in the blank: The character who is most concerned about the ominous signs in Act 1, Scene 3 is _____ .

A

Casca

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5
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What does Casca interpret the storm as a sign of?

A

A warning from the gods about the state of Rome.

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6
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Who does Casca meet in Act 1, Scene 3?

A

Cicero

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7
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What does Cicero think of the omens?

A

He believes they can be interpreted in many ways.

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8
Q

What does Casca see that frightens him?

A

A lion in the streets and men on fire.

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9
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True or False: Casca believes that the storm is a sign of good fortune.

A

False

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10
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What does Casca fear will happen in Rome?

A

He fears that the republic is in danger.

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11
Q

What is the significance of the storm in this scene?

A

It symbolizes the turmoil and chaos in Rome.

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12
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Who else appears in Act 1, Scene 3 alongside Casca and Cicero?

A

Casca mentions seeing other characters, such as Flavius and Marullus.

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13
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What does Cicero suggest about the interpretation of omens?

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He suggests that people often interpret omens to suit their own fears.

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14
Q

Fill in the blank: The scene foreshadows the _____ that will occur later in the play.

A

chaos and conflict

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15
Q

What does Casca say about the state of the Roman government?

A

He believes it is corrupt and in decline.

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16
Q

What literary device is prevalent in Act 1, Scene 3?

A

Foreshadowing

17
Q

What are the ‘strange-disposèd’ sights that Casca refers to?

A

Unusual and frightening occurrences in nature.

18
Q

Short answer: What is the mood of Act 1, Scene 3?

A

The mood is tense and foreboding.

19
Q

What does Casca conclude about the omens at the end of the scene?

A

He concludes that they signify trouble ahead.

20
Q

Who represents reason in the face of fear in this scene?

21
Q

Multiple choice: What does Casca fear more than the storm? A) The gods, B) The Senate, C) The people of Rome

A

A) The gods

22
Q

What action do Casca and Cicero plan to take after their conversation?

A

They plan to go to the Senate.

23
Q

Fill in the blank: Casca feels that the storm is a reflection of the _____ in Rome.

A

political instability

24
Q

What does Cicero advise Casca to do regarding his fears?

A

He advises him to be rational and not to jump to conclusions.

25
Q

True or False: The scene ends with a sense of calm and resolution.