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JC- Act IV

Scene 1

1. How odes Anthony, who has been thought of as a man who spends his time drinking and chasing women, show himself to be ruthless in this scene?

2. Why does Octavius agree to Anthony’s suggestion regarding Lepidus?

3. In what unfavorable terms does Anthony describe Lepidus, and what do these lines reveal about Anthony and Octavius’ plan?

Scene 2

1. Of whom is Brutus speaking when he says, “Thou hast described a hot friend cooling”?

2. Why does Brutus suggest the two hold their discussions inside the tent?

Scene 3

1. For what reason does Brutus claim that Cassius is often condemned by the people?

2. Why is Brutus o outraged at official corruption?

3. How does Cassius try to intimidate Brutus?

4. What is Brutus’ response?

5. When speaking of honesty, why does Brutus sound like he lacks modesty?

6. Brutus says that he was too honest to get money to pay his soldiers by dishonest means; he went to Cassius, but Cassius denied him the funds. Since Brutus knew Cassius got his money dishonestly, how could he ask him for it?

7. What is the point and tone of Cassius’ speech in response to Brutus?

8. After the poet interrupts and speaks of “Love and be friends,” what is the cause for Brutus’ grief?

9. What is the difference between Brutus’ and Cassius’ plans for engaging the armies of Anthony and Octavius?

10. Brutus says that “there is a tide in the affairs of men” which is proper for action. What does he mean?

11. Cassius reaffirms their friendship and leaves. Brutus sits down to read while Lucius plays soothing music. What ‘monstrous apparition” does Brutus see and what message does it give him?