7. Copy and cite a quote showing why Brutus feels that he SHOULD conspire against Caesar. Include an introduction to the quote, the quote itself, and the citation.



8. Copy and cite a quote showing why Brutus feels that he should NOT conspire. Include an introduction to the quote, the quote itself, and the citation.

9. Evaluate Brutus’ claim that the conspirators should NOT swear an oath. (Why or why isn’t it valid?)


10. Read lines 141-153 on page 845 (“But what of Cicero” to “Indeed, he is not fit”). Why do they decide Cicero should not be included?



Read lines 154-191 on pages 845-847 (“Shall no man else be touched” to “For he will live”).
11. What are they discussing in these lines?



12. What is Cassius’ position, and why does he think that?



13. What is Brutus’ position, and why does he think that? What is the worst thing Antony can do, according to Brutus?



14. What does Trebonius think Antony will do?



15. Why should they kill Antony or not in your opinion?


Read lines 192-233 (“Peace! Count the clock” to “Therefore thou sleep’st so sound”).
16. What do we learn about Caesar’s superstition? How might it affect the plan to kill him?



17. What situational irony does Decius point out about Caesar?



18. How are Cassius’ final instructions to the conspirators different from Brutus’ final instructions to them? What does that difference tell us about them?



19. How strong is the relationship between Portia and Brutus in your opinion? Explain.