Question

Read the excerpt from Julius Caesar, act 1, scene 2.

BRUTUS. Into what dangers would you lead me, Cassius,
That you would have me seek into myself
For that which is not in me?70

CASSIUS. Therefore, good Brutus, be prepared to hear.
And since you know you cannot see yourself
So well as by reflection, I, your glass,
Will modestly discover to yourself
That of yourself which you yet know not of.75
And be not jealous on me, gentle Brutus.
Were I a common laugher, or did use
To stale with ordinary oaths my love
To every new protester; if you know
That I do fawn on men and hug them hard80
And after scandal them: or if you know
That I profess myself in banqueting
To all the rout: then hold me dangerous.

Which statement best summarizes the conflict in this passage?

Cassius says he agrees that he would seem suspicious and insincere if he treated everyone the way he treats Brutus.
Brutus suspects that Cassius’s flattery is fueled by intentions that will put him at risk, and Cassius assures Brutus that he is honest and trustworthy.
Cassius protests that just because he has many dear friends he spends time with does not mean that Brutus should not trust him.
Brutus wonders why Cassius keeps insisting that Brutus is such a great man, so he asks Cassius.

Answer 1

b

Step-by-step explanation:

Answer 2

The correct answer is "Brutus suspects that Cassius' flattery is fueled by intentions that will put him at risk, and Cassius assures Brutus that he is honest and trustworthy".

The dialog in this passage opens with a clear display of suspicion from Brutus towards Cassius. He's concerned that the latter may not be trustworthy. Cassius defends himself, explaining that he will only act as a mirror to show Brutus what he already has inside him but hasn't seen yet. Finally, Cassius reassures Brutus that even though he has many people by his side, he's not a phony, and time will prove he's not dangerous.

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