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In the opening of the scene, what does Artemidorus plan to give Caesar?
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A note or paper written as a suitor's petition.
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According to Artemidorus, noble virtue cannot live out of the reach of _____.
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Emulation (or jealous rivals).
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If Caesar fails to read Artemidorus's note, who does he believe is conspiring with traitors?
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The Fates.
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Where does Act II, Scene 4 take place?
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Rome, outside Brutus' house.
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Why is Lucius confused by Portia's initial command to run to the Senate House?
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She fails to tell him what his errand or purpose is there.
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Term: Constancy
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Definition: Strength of purpose or firmness.
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Portia prays for a "huge mountain" to be placed between which two things?
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Her heart and her tongue.
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Portia claims to have a man's mind but a woman's _____.
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Might (or strength).
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What does the term "keep counsel" mean in the context of Portia's monologue?
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To keep a secret.
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What specific observation does Portia ask Lucius to make regarding Brutus?
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Whether he looks well.
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What reason does Portia give for why Brutus might not be looking well?
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He "went sickly forth" (left the house while unwell).
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Portia asks Lucius to note which _____ are crowding around Caesar.
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Suitors (or petitioners).
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What does Portia believe she hears coming from the direction of the Capitol?
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A "bustling rumour" or the noise of a fray/fight.
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When Portia hears a noise like a "fray", what does Lucius hear?
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Nothing.
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What time of day does the Soothsayer say it is when he meets Portia?
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About the ninth hour (9:00 AM).
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Where does the Soothsayer intend to go after speaking with Portia?
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To a specific stand/position to see Caesar pass by.
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Term: Sooth
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Definition: Truly or honestly.
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What is the Soothsayer’s primary intention in speaking to Caesar?
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To beseech Caesar to "befriend himself" (take care of himself).
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Does the Soothsayer know of a specific plot against Caesar?
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No, he fears harm may happen but does not know of a definite plan.
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Why does the Soothsayer seek a "void" or less crowded place to speak to Caesar?
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He fears being crushed to death by the throng of senators and suitors.
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Term: Praetors
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Definition: Magistrates or high-ranking officials.
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In her aside, Portia laments, "Ay me, how _____ a thing the heart of woman is!"
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Weak.
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What does Portia ask the heavens to do for Brutus's enterprise?
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To "speed" or prosper it.
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What message does Portia tell Lucius to deliver to Brutus?
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That she is "merry" and sends her greetings/love.
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Term: Errand
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Definition: A specific task or job to be performed.
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How does the glossary define "emulation" in the context of Artemidorus's speech?
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Jealousy or jealous rivals.
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The Soothsayer describes the street where he will wait as being _____.
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Narrow.
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What does Portia mean when she says "Brutus hath a suit / That Caesar will not grant"?
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She is making an excuse for her anxiety in front of Lucius.
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Term: Suit
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Definition: A petition or formal request.
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Meaning of the phrase: "Went sickly forth"
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Was unwell when he left.
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Term: Commend me
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Definition: Give my love or greetings.
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What is the meaning of "void" in the context of the Soothsayer's exit?
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Empty or less crowded.
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The glossary defines "enterprise" as a(n) _____.
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Undertaking.
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Portia's instruction to Lucius to "take good note" means he should _____.
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Observe carefully.
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Term: Press
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Definition: To surround or crowd around someone.
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Term: Fray
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Definition: A fight or riot.
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In the paraphrase, Artemidorus says his heart "grieves" that a _____ man cannot live safely.
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Noble.
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According to the paraphrase, what is the purpose of the paper Artemidorus holds?
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To help Caesar escape the designs of the conspirators.
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What is Portia's physical reaction to the stress of the secret at the end of the scene?
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She feels faint.
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Which character enters while Portia is waiting for Lucius to leave?
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The Soothsayer.
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The Soothsayer intends to speak to Caesar as he "passes on to the _____."
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Capitol.
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What does Portia ask the Soothsayer about his location?
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Which way he has been or where he is coming from.
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Term: Throng
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Definition: A large crowd.
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What does Portia fear Lucius might have overheard?
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Her aside about Brutus's enterprise.
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Why does Portia describe herself as having a "woman's might"?
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To express her perceived lack of physical or emotional strength to handle the situation.
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According to the glossary, "yet" in the question "Art thou here yet?" means _____.
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Still.
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What does Portia ask the Soothsayer regarding Caesar's whereabouts?
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If Caesar has already gone to the Capitol.
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Artemidorus says that if Caesar reads the note, he "may _____."
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Live.
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Artemidorus refers to those working against Caesar as _____.
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Traitors.
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In the paraphrase, Portia tells herself that her "self-control" is no greater than a woman's ability to _____.
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Keep a secret.
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Who does Portia tell Lucius to "run" to at the end of the scene?
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Her lord (Brutus).
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Term: Bustling rumour
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Definition: A roar of voices.
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In the phrase "the heavens speed thee", what does the speaker wish for?
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Success or prosperity.
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How does the Soothsayer describe Caesar's physical stature in relation to the crowd?
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A "feeble man" (who might be crushed).
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Artemidorus intends to present himself to Caesar in the guise of a _____.
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Suitor (or petitioner).