From Act I of "Julius Caesar"/
1) How do the workmen celebrate as the play begins?
2) Who does their celebration annoy Flavius and Marullus?
3) What warning does the soothsayer give to Caesar?
4) What does Caesar's reaction tell you about him?
To answer these questions, you will need to read Act I of "Julius Caesar" by William Shakespeare. Here's a breakdown on how to find the answers:
1) How do the workmen celebrate as the play begins?
To find out how the workmen celebrate at the beginning of the play, you should read Act I, Scene 1. Pay attention to the stage directions and dialogue between the characters to gather information about their actions and behavior.
2) Who does their celebration annoy Flavius and Marullus?
To determine who is annoyed by the workmen's celebration, focus on the interactions between the workmen, Flavius, and Marullus in Act I, Scene 1. Look for any lines of dialogue or stage directions that indicate the annoyance expressed by those characters.
3) What warning does the soothsayer give to Caesar?
To discover the warning given to Caesar by the soothsayer, refer to Act I, Scene 2. Look for the appearance of the soothsayer and his conversation with Caesar. Pay attention to the dialogue spoken by the soothsayer to uncover the specific warning he delivers.
4) What does Caesar's reaction tell you about him?
To understand Caesar's reaction and what it reveals about his character, focus on Act I, Scene 2. Analyze Caesar's response to the warning from the soothsayer. Look for lines of dialogue, his behavior, and any accompanying stage directions that express his attitude and demeanor. From this information, you can infer traits or qualities associated with Caesar.
Remember to read the text carefully, pay attention to character interactions, and use context clues to understand the characters' emotions and motivations.
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