Question

Read the excerpt below from act 2.3 of The Tragedy of Julius Caesar and answer the question that follows.



ARTEMIDORUS:
“Caesar, beware of Brutus. Take heed of Cassius.
Come not near Casca. Have an eye to Cinna. . . .
There is but one mind in all these men, and it is
bent against Caesar. If thou beest not immortal,
look about you. Security gives way to conspiracy. The
mighty gods defend thee! Thy lover, Artemidorus.”



What does this excerpt reveal about Artemidorus’ motivations regarding the assassination plot against Julius Caesar?

Artemidorus wants to take part in Caesar’s assassination.
Artemidorus wants to warn Caesar about the conspiracy against him.
Artemidorus wants to become Caesar’s body guard.
Artemidorus wants to trick Caesar.

Answer 1

Artemidorus wants to warn Caesar about the conspiracy against him. thats the correct answer

Answer 2

Answer: Artemidorus wants to warn Caesar about the conspiracy against him.

In this excerpt, Artemidorus is telling Caesar to be careful of others, in particular Brutus, Casca, Cinna and Cassius. He believes these men have something against Caesar, and that he should try to protect himself. This shows that Artemidorus knows that these men intend to assassinate Caesar, and that he wants to protect him.