21 January 2015

"Julius Caesar" Act IV Reaction

- - -  Why does Brutus insist that his army move towards Phillipi despite the warning from the ghost of Caesar?  Keep in mind that Brutus was aware of the Ides of March prophecy.

- - -  What is the significance of Portia's death?

14 January 2015

"Julius Caesar" Act III Reaction

- - -  Give at least one example from either funeral speech of each of Aristotle's Appeals.  Use evidence from text to support.

- - -  Now that there is a clear division between Mark Anthony and Brutus/Cassius, who is most likey to assume control of Rome?  Defend your response.

11 January 2015

"Julius Caesar" Act II Reaction

- - -  Any themes emerging in the first two acts?  Bet there are.  Identify and explain one.  Support your response with evidence from text.

- - -  Where are Brutus and Julius Caesar in the tragic hero cycle at this point of the play? Explain.

07 January 2015

"Julius Caesar" Act I Reaction

- - -  What is Cassius' motivation to oust Caesar?  What is Brutus'?  Defend your response.

- - -  Explain how rhetoric is used in Act I.