Character Analysis (Edexcel A-Level English Literature): Quizzes
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Why does Antony marry Octavia?
Why does Antony marry Octavia?
To mend relations with Octavius Caesar
How does Cleopatra end her life?
How does Cleopatra end her life?
She uses an asp to commit suicide
What happens to Lepidus at the feast on Pompey's ship?
What happens to Lepidus at the feast on Pompey's ship?
He gets so drunk he must be carried away
How is Octavius Caesar characterized in contrast to Antony?
How is Octavius Caesar characterized in contrast to Antony?
Shrewd and calculating vs passionate
What is Sextus Pompey fighting to achieve?
What is Sextus Pompey fighting to achieve?
To avenge his father, Pompey the Great
What action does Cleopatra take during the Battle of Actium?
What action does Cleopatra take during the Battle of Actium?
She retreats, leading to Antony's defeat
Why does Antony attempt to take his own life?
Why does Antony attempt to take his own life?
He believes Cleopatra has committed suicide
What position does Octavia find herself caught between?
What position does Octavia find herself caught between?
Loyalty to her brother and her husband
Who removes Lepidus from power?
Who removes Lepidus from power?
Octavius Caesar
What prompts Antony to decide to return to Rome from Egypt initially?
What prompts Antony to decide to return to Rome from Egypt initially?
News of Fulvia's death & political threats