Question

In Act II of Julius Caesar, what does Cassius mean when he says, “Mark Antony, so well beloved of Caesar, should outlive Caesar. We shall find of him a shrewd contriver.”?

Even if they kill Caesar, Antony will be just as difficult to control.

After Caesar is killed, Antony should appoint the new ruler of Rome.

Antony is a good candidate to rule Rome after Caesar is gone.

Antony should be the leader of the plot to overthrow and kill Caesar.

Answer 1

A Even if they kill Caesar, Antony will be just as difficult to control.

Answer 2

The correct answer is A. Cassius fears that after they have killed Caesar due to Antony's persuasive personality, his popularity and his way with words he will be just as difficult to control as Caesar. They fear Antony will possibly try and take the place of ruler. Cassius knows that they will have trouble controlling Antony.