Workbook Solutions: Julius Caesar Act 4 (Scene 1) | English Class 9 ICSE PDF Download

Q2: Lepidus is sent on an errand to
a. fetch Caesar’s will
b. find out who are levying powers
c. find out who is prick’d to die
d. search for Brutus and Cassius
Ans: a. fetch Caesar’s will

Q3: The meaning of prescription is
a. an official list of those who are to be killed
b. list of those who will rule Rome
c. list of honourable men of Rome
d. list of powerful Romans
Ans: a. an official list of those who are to be killed

Q4: According to Octavius, Lepidus is
a. a useless man
b. a tried and valiant soldier
c. unfit to be a part of the triumvirate
d. an inexperienced soldier
Ans: b. a tried and valiant soldier

Q5: Antony considers Lepidus to be
a. a barren spirited fellow
b. one who feeds on objects, arts and imitations
c. a property
d. a useless person
Ans: a. a barren spirited fellow

Q1: Who is Antony referring to? Who is he talking to?
Ans: Antony is referring to Lepidus and he is talking to Octavius.

Q2: Why does he call the man ‘slight unmeritable’? On what errand was he sent? Why?
Ans: Antony calls the man ‘slight unmeritable’ because he views Lepidus as insignificant and not deserving to share the power of the triumvirate. He was sent to fetch Caesar’s will, to possibly alter it to their advantage.

Q3: What arguments have been made? Where will the three meet?
Ans: Antony argues that Lepidus does not deserve an equal share in the triumvirate’s power. They plan to meet either at the current location or at the Capitol.

Q4: What are Antony’s intentions regarding Lepidus? What is the ‘threefold world’?
Ans: Antony’s intentions are to use Lepidus for their immediate needs and then discard him. The ‘threefold world’ refers to the divided control of the Roman Empire among the triumvirs.

Q5: How does Octavius refute what Antony has just said? What arguments does he place after this extract?
Ans: Octavius refutes Antony by defending Lepidus, acknowledging him as a tried and valiant soldier, thus challenging Antony’s negative view of Lepidus.

Q1: What made Octavius say ‘You may do your will’?
Ans: Octavius says ‘You may do your will’ in response to Antony’s criticism of Lepidus, indicating that Antony has the freedom to act as he pleases but reminding him of Lepidus’ value as a soldier.

Q2: How does Antony compare Lepidus to his horse?
Ans: Antony compares Lepidus to his horse by implying that both are useful for their service and loyalty, but not for their intellect or decision-making abilities.

Q3: What does ‘store of provender’ mean? How is the horse’s ‘corporal motion’ governed by Antony’s spirit?
Ans: ‘Store of provender’ means a supply of food. Antony suggests that just as he controls and directs his horse’s physical actions, he can similarly manipulate Lepidus.

Q4: In what way does Antony further degrade Lepidus? Would you degrade a classmate in this manner? Write your answer in two sentences.
Ans: Antony degrades Lepidus by reducing him to an asset or tool, likening him to a horse that can be directed at will. I would not degrade a classmate in this manner as it disrespects their autonomy and contribution.

Q5: What are the important things Antony wants to speak about? What four things does he suggest to Octavius to do?
Ans: Antony wants to discuss the threat posed by Brutus and Cassius and suggests combining their forces, making alliances, stretching their means, and devising strategies for both covert operations and addressing open threats