scene 3 Flashcards
What is the setting of Act 1, Scene 3 of Julius Caesar?
The scene takes place in Rome during a stormy night.
True or False: Act 1, Scene 3 features a conversation between Casca and Cicero.
True
What natural phenomenon occurs in Act 1, Scene 3?
A storm with thunder and lightning.
Fill in the blank: The character who is most concerned about the ominous signs in Act 1, Scene 3 is _____ .
Casca
What does Casca interpret the storm as a sign of?
A warning from the gods about the state of Rome.
Who does Casca meet in Act 1, Scene 3?
Cicero
What does Cicero think of the omens?
He believes they can be interpreted in many ways.
What does Casca see that frightens him?
A lion in the streets and men on fire.
True or False: Casca believes that the storm is a sign of good fortune.
False
What does Casca fear will happen in Rome?
He fears that the republic is in danger.
What is the significance of the storm in this scene?
It symbolizes the turmoil and chaos in Rome.
Who else appears in Act 1, Scene 3 alongside Casca and Cicero?
Casca mentions seeing other characters, such as Flavius and Marullus.
What does Cicero suggest about the interpretation of omens?
He suggests that people often interpret omens to suit their own fears.
Fill in the blank: The scene foreshadows the _____ that will occur later in the play.
chaos and conflict
What does Casca say about the state of the Roman government?
He believes it is corrupt and in decline.
What literary device is prevalent in Act 1, Scene 3?
Foreshadowing
What are the ‘strange-disposèd’ sights that Casca refers to?
Unusual and frightening occurrences in nature.
Short answer: What is the mood of Act 1, Scene 3?
The mood is tense and foreboding.
What does Casca conclude about the omens at the end of the scene?
He concludes that they signify trouble ahead.
Who represents reason in the face of fear in this scene?
Cicero
Multiple choice: What does Casca fear more than the storm? A) The gods, B) The Senate, C) The people of Rome
A) The gods
What action do Casca and Cicero plan to take after their conversation?
They plan to go to the Senate.
Fill in the blank: Casca feels that the storm is a reflection of the _____ in Rome.
political instability
What does Cicero advise Casca to do regarding his fears?
He advises him to be rational and not to jump to conclusions.
