Select the correct answer.Which statement explains why Shakespeare most likely draws on and transforms Plutarch’s historical account in his drama Julius Caesar? A. to portray the betrayal of Caesar in an engaging way B. to portray what life was like in ancient Roman society C. to describe the conspiracy against Julius Caesar D. to describe a well-known-story using different characters

Many of William Shakespeare’s plays are based on historical events. For example, Julius Caesar tells the story of Caesar’s assassination and the final days of the Roman Republic, while Richard III depicts the end of England’s Plantagenet dynasty. However, Shakespeare often altered and exaggerated historical events for the sake of dramatic effect. Furthermore, he sometimes depicted historical figures according to the politics of his own time. Because of this, -------Which choice most logically completes the text?Shakespeare’s plays accurately represent history.eliminateliterary critics can analyze Shakespeare’s plays to understand the relationship between the Roman Republic and the modern world.eliminateaudiences can use Shakespeare's plays to gain a complete knowledge of Western European history.eliminateShakespeare’s historical plays should not be understood as representing historical fact.

Although Shakespeare portrayed King Richard III as a villain, historians argue that he was in fact a far more sympathetic figure. The Tudors, on whose patronage Shakespeare was dependent, had conquered the English throne from Richard. ________ the playwright was obliged to portray the king in an unflattering light.

Julius Caesarby William Shakespeare(excerpt from Act 3, Scene II)In the prior acts of Julius Caesar, noble Romans have conspired against their leader, Caesar, and assassinated him. In this scene, Brutus, a well-respected man and longtime friend of Caesar, addresses the people of Rome to explain his participation in the act.BRUTUS: Had you rather Caesar were living anddie all slaves, than that Caesar were dead, to liveall free men? As Caesar loved me, I weep for him;as he was fortunate, I rejoice at it; as he wasvaliant, I honor him: but, as he was ambitious, Islew him. There is tears for his love, joy for hisfortune, honor for his valor, and death for hisambition.  Who is here so base that would be abondman? If any, speak—for him have I offended.Who is here so rude that would not be a Roman? Ifany, speak—for him have I offended. Who is here sovile that will not love his country? If any, speak—for him have I offended. I pause for a reply.3Select the correct answer.How is the representation of Julius Caesar similar in both the text and the statue? A. Both portray Julius Caesar as a flawed human. B. Both portray a conspiracy against Caesar. C. Both portray Julius Caesar as a loyal leader. D. Both portray Julius Caesar as courageous.

Brutus tells the plebeians that Caesar was killed because he was ambitious.

Which element of drama is Artemidorus - the Caesar loyalist? A. diction B. thought C. character