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1. 1.

   State whether the following sentences are true or false.

   1. Brutus was Julius Caesar's closest friend.
   2. Brutus was Julius Caesars most loyal friend.
   3. In his speech, Mark Antony attempts to defame Caesar.
   4. After Antony's speech, the citizens became furious with Brutus.
2. 2.

   What does Brutus try to convey in his speech?

3. 3.

   What is the effect of the last line of Brutus's speech?

4. 4.

   Mark Antony's oration is a good example of a rhetorical speech. What is the point that Antony tries to convey to the audience? How does he develop his point?

5. 5.

   Why does Antony mention the parchment with the seal of Caesar?

6. 6.

   How does Antony negate himself time and again in his speech?