The Tragedy of Julius Caesar Flashcards
1
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Insurrection
A
A violent uprising against an authority or government; rebellion
2
Q
Phantasma
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A ghostly appearing figure; something existing in perception only
3
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Interim
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The intervening time
4
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Praetors
A
Roman officials of the rank below consul.
5
Q
Ague
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Fever.
6
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Cognizance
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Knowledge, awareness, or notice.
7
Q
Whelpéd
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Given birth
8
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Augurers
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Officials who interpreted omens to decide if they were favorable or unfavorable for an undertaking.
9
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Palter
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Talk insincerely.
10
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Carrions
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Men who are nearly corpses.
11
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Betimes
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Quickly
12
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Whet
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Sharpen, incite.
13
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Augumented
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Having been made greater in size or value.
14
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Interred
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Place (a corpse) in a grave or tomb, typically with funeral rites.
15
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Discourse
A
Written or spoken communicative debate
