Paul Masih
25 Sept 2024
These questions cover key plot points, character interactions, and themes from Act IV, Scene 3 of Julius Caesar.
Julius Caesar Act IV, Scene 3 MCQs
Act IV, Scene 3 Brutus accuses Cassius of accepting bribes and the quarrel between the two men escalates until both men realize the futility of their anger. Brutus tells Cassius that Portia has committed suicide and the men make plans for the forthcoming war with Antony and Octavius. After the men leave Brutus’ tent, Brutus is visited by the ghost of Caesar who tells Brutus he will see him at Philippi.
These questions cover key plot points, character interactions, and themes from Act IV, Scene 3 of Julius Caesar.
1. Why does Cassius claim that Brutus has wronged him?
A) Brutus ignored his letters
B) Brutus refused to speak with him
C) Brutus condemned Lucius Pella for taking bribes
D) Brutus took Cassius' gold
2. What accusation does Brutus make against Cassius?
A) Betraying him to Octavius
B) Accepting bribes
C) Plotting to kill him
D) Supporting Antony
3. How does Cassius respond to Brutus' accusation of having an “itching palm”?
A) He denies it
B) He agrees with Brutus
C) He threatens Brutus
D) He apologizes
4. What does Brutus say about Julius Caesar’s assassination?
A) It was done for ambition
B) It was an unjust act
C) It was for justice
D) It was a mistake
5. What does Cassius threaten to do during the argument with Brutus?
A) Kill Brutus
B) Leave the army
C) Kill himself
D) Join Antony
6. What does Brutus say he would rather be than a man who accepts bribes?
A) A dog
B) A slave
C) A thief
D) A traitor
7. How does Brutus describe Cassius’ threats?
A) Terrifying
B) Amusing
C) Empty
D) Dangerous
8. What does Brutus request from Cassius that Cassius denies?
A) Soldiers
B) Gold
C) Weapons
D) Food
9. Why does Cassius claim Brutus doesn't love him?
A) Brutus did not support him against Antony
B) Brutus accused him of bribery
C) Brutus refused his gold
D) Brutus insulted him publicly
10. Who does Cassius say Brutus loved more than him?
A) Mark Antony
B) Caesar
C) Octavius
D) Cicero
11. How does Brutus describe his anger toward Cassius?
A) Like a storm
B) Like a lion
C) Like a hasty spark
D) Like a wildfire
12. What news does Brutus give Cassius about Portia?
A) She has fled the city
B) She has joined Antony
C) She has committed suicide
D) She has been imprisoned
13. How did Portia die?
A) Drowned herself
B) Stabbed herself
C) Swallowed fire
D) Poisoned herself
14. What does Cassius offer Brutus during their argument?
A) His sword
B) His army
C) His gold
D) His heart
15. What is the first thing Cassius and Brutus do after they reconcile?
A) Share a drink
B) Plan their strategy
C) Call for their armies
D) Send messengers to Antony
16. What message does the poet bring to Cassius and Brutus?
A) The enemy is near
B) They should be friends
C) Caesar’s ghost has been seen
D) A messenger from Antony has arrived
17. How does Brutus react to the poet’s interruption?
A) He listens patiently
B) He laughs at him
C) He sends him away
D) He scolds him
18. Who brings Brutus a bowl of wine after his argument with Cassius?
A) Lucius
B) Titinius
C) Messala
D) Varro
19. How many senators does Brutus’ letter say have been put to death?
A) 50
B) 70
C) 100
D) 150
20. How does Brutus feel about Portia’s death?
A) Overcome with grief
B) Angry at Cassius
C) Stoically accepting
D) Determined to seek revenge
21. What does Brutus suggest to Cassius about their military strategy?
A) They should wait for Antony to come to them
B) They should march to Philippi immediately
C) They should retreat to a safer position
D) They should try to negotiate with Antony
22. What is Cassius’ initial opinion about Brutus’ strategy to march to Philippi?
A) He agrees immediately
B) He believes it is a mistake
C) He is unsure
D) He is enthusiastic about it
23. Why does Brutus want to march to Philippi?
A) To attack the enemy before they gain strength
B) To rally support from nearby towns
C) To avoid losing more soldiers
D) To escape Octavius’ trap
24. What famous line does Brutus say about seizing opportunities?
A) "Fortune favours the brave"
B) "There is a tide in the affairs of men"
C) "The die is cast"
D) "Beware the Ides of March"
25. What does Brutus tell his men to do after their discussion?
A) Prepare to march
B) Rest for the night
C) Stand guard
D) Attack Antony’s forces
26. Who appears to Brutus in his tent after everyone else leaves?
A) The ghost of Caesar
B) The ghost of Portia
C) Lucius
D) Cassius
27. What does the ghost of Caesar say to Brutus?
A) “You will lose the battle”
B) “You will see me at Philippi”
C) “Beware of Antony”
D) “Revenge will come”
28. How does Brutus react to seeing Caesar’s ghost?
A) He is terrified
B) He calls for his soldiers
C) He refuses to believe it is real
D) He laughs it off
29. Who does Brutus wake up after seeing the ghost?
A) Lucius
B) Cassius
C) Varro and Claudius
D) Titinius
30. What does Brutus ask Lucius to do before he falls asleep?
A) Play music
B) Sharpen his sword
C) Bring him wine
D) Read a letter
31. What does Lucius do as Brutus reads his book?
A) Sings
B) Falls asleep
C) Stands guard
D) Cleans Brutus’ armor
32. How does Brutus treat Lucius after he falls asleep?
A) He scolds him
B) He wakes him up
C) He lets him sleep
D) He sends him away
33. What does Brutus tell Varro and Claudius to do?
A) Stand watch
B) Lie down and sleep
C) Prepare the horses
D) Report to Cassius
34. Why does Brutus think Caesar’s ghost appeared to him?
A) To frighten him
B) To bring him a message
C) To remind him of his guilt
D) To encourage him
35. What does Brutus decide to do after seeing the ghost?
A) March to Philippi
B) Send for Cassius
C) Stay and fight
D) Seek out Antony
36. What do Varro and Claudius claim when Brutus asks them about their sleep?
A) They saw the ghost
B) They did not sleep
C) They did not cry out
D) They had bad dreams
37. Where does Brutus tell his men to send a message to Cassius?
A) To meet at Philippi
B) To gather supplies
C) To reinforce the troops
D) To retreat from the battle
38. What time of day do Brutus and Cassius plan to rise and begin their march?
A) At dawn
B) At midnight
C) At noon
D) At sunset
39. How does Cassius feel after reconciling with Brutus?
A) Relieved
B) Angry
C) Suspicious
D) Sad
40. What is Brutus’ final action before the scene ends?
A) He sleeps
B) He reads his book
C) He sends orders to Cassius
D) He writes a letter
