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JULIUS CEACER QUESTION

10 pts +2Why does Brutus choose to commit suicide at Philippi?


A.
In ancient Rome, suicide was a way for a person who was ashamed of his or her actions to seek forgiveness.


B.
He learns that Cassius has betrayed him and joined forces with Antony and Octavius.


C.
To ancient Romans, suicide was an honorable way to die if it helped one avoid defeat and humiliation.


D.
He recognizes that Antony and Octavius have no intention of capturing or killing him for his deeds.

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C. To ancient Romans, suicide was an honorable way to die if it helped one avoid defeat and humiliation. I just took a test with this question and it said it was right.
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The answer is C.To ancient Romans, suicide was an honorable way to die if it helped one avoid defeat and humiliation.
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