Document c "In eloquence and warlike achievements, he equaled the least, if he did not
surpass, the greatness of men... Cicero, in recounting to Brutus the famous
orators, declares, that he does not see that Caesar was inferior to any one of
them'; and says, 'that he had an elegant, splendid, noble and magnificent vein of
eloquence." --From The Lives of the Twelve Caesars by Suetonius
Analyzing Documents
Use your knowledge of history and Documents A, B and C to answer questions 1-3
1. Which side of Caesar does Plutarch's anecdote reveal?
a, drive to be the best c. wish to reach high spiritual levels
b. desire to serve Rome di interest in having many areas of achievement
2. According to Shakespeare's Mark Antony, Caesar was
a. Cunning, cruel, and ambitious
b. Weak, foolish, and condescending
c. Honorable, noble and great
d. Humble, kind and compassionate
3. What about Caesar did Cicero admire?
a. That he was a cunning strategist
b. That he was a practical and realistic leader
C. That he was a humble and kind man
d. That he was an engaging and talented speaker