Question

In the passage, Brutus makes a historical allusion to the ides of March. Which central idea does this allusion support?

reflecting on the devastation and loss Caesar’s death meant to the conspirators
remembering that their actions should be based in honor
the importance of strengthening their friendship
agreeing that it is time to accept bribes and build their own ambitions

Answer 1

remembering that their actions should be based in honor

Brutus’s reference to the Ides of March is used to justify the assassination as a principled, honorable act for Rome’s good—emphasizing duty and honor rather than personal gain.