Question

1. antony shows caesar’s cloak: “through this hole beloved brutus stabbed... this was the most unkind cut of all.” what is the effect on the plebeians?

a. they become confused
b. they become angry and emotional
c. they ignore antony
d. they support brutus more

Explanation:

In Shakespeare's Julius Caesar, Antony's display of Caesar's cloak with the stab wound, especially highlighting Brutus' betrayal ("beloved Brutus stabbed"), is a rhetorical device to incite the plebeians' emotions. The plebeians, who initially might have been swayed by Brutus' reasoning, are moved to anger and strong emotion against the conspirators (including Brutus) as they realize the betrayal of Caesar, whom they respected. Option A is incorrect as they are not confused but emotionally stirred. Option C is wrong as they are engaged by Antony. Option D is incorrect because they turn against Brutus, not support him more. So the plebeians become angry and emotional.

Answer:

B. They become angry and emotional