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Coriolanus Act 1 Scene 9 Quiz
Coriolanus Act 1 Scene 9 Quiz
Which Roman general praises Martius at the start of this scene?
Sicinius Velutus
Cominius
Menenius Agrippa
Titus Lartius
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What is Cominius’s final gesture toward Martius before they part?
He embraces him and declares him “Coriolanus”
He kneels in gratitude
He gives him a sword of gold
He offers him command of Rome’s army
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What emotion dominates Cominius’s final lines?
Doubt
Admiration
Regret
Jealousy
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What contrast is established between Cominius and Martius?
Cominius fears battle, Martius avoids risk
Cominius hates Rome, Martius defends it
Cominius seeks wealth, Martius seeks peace
Cominius values politics, Martius values action
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What does Martius’s new name symbolize?
His conquest and transformation
His humility and restraint
His loyalty to the tribunes
His friendship with Aufidius
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Which quality of Martius does Cominius most admire?
His patience and diplomacy
His sense of humor
His obedience to authority
His fearless leadership
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What message about heroism is implied here?
True valor rejects material reward
Only wealth brings honor
Heroism leads inevitably to corruption
Bravery must be politically rewarded
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What does Martius say about the enemy he fought?
That Aufidius fought like a worthy rival
That Aufidius begged for mercy
That the Volscians were cowardly
That the enemy was unskilled
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How does Martius react to the honor he receives?
With indifference and silence
With humility but discomfort
With great pride and boasting
With anger at Cominius
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Who is mentioned as fleeing the field during the Volscian defeat?
Sicinius
Aufidius
Brutus
Menenius
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How does Cominius describe Martius’s impact on the Roman army?
He relied too heavily on strategy
He stayed behind the lines
He acted recklessly and risked lives
He inspired courage by example
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What title does Cominius bestow upon Caius Martius?
Protector of the Senate
General of the Legion
Hero of Rome
Coriolanus
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Where does Act 1 Scene 9 take place?
On the battlefield after the Romans’ victory
In the Senate chamber
At Volumnia’s house
Inside the city of Rome
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What Roman value is best represented by Martius’s actions?
Virtus, or martial excellence
Clementia, or mercy
Pietas, or family duty
Fides, or faithfulness
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What does Cominius call Martius’s bravery in the scene?
A divine gift
A reckless act
A miracle of valor
A soldier’s duty
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What does this act of refusal reveal about Martius’s character?
He fears public recognition
He values honor over wealth
He distrusts Cominius
He desires fame above all
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How do the soldiers view Martius after receiving his new title?
As an ambitious schemer
As a political rival
As a reckless warrior
As a living legend of Rome
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What does Cominius offer Martius as a reward?
A golden crown
A seat in the Senate
A public parade in Rome
A tenth of the spoils and a war horse
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What does Martius request instead of riches?
That the army be given rest
That Aufidius be pursued
That a brave soldier be rewarded in his place
That the victory be announced to the Senate
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What does Martius’s behavior foreshadow about his political future?
His rise as a manipulative politician
His discomfort with public praise
His desire for senatorial power
His betrayal of Cominius
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Why does Martius receive the name “Coriolanus”?
For defending Rome from invasion
For defeating Aufidius in single combat
For saving Cominius’s life
For capturing the city of Corioli
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How does this scene conclude?
With Aufidius’s retreat to Antium
With Menenius greeting the victors
With Volumnia’s praise from Rome
With Martius’s triumphant return to the army
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How does Martius respond to Cominius’s offer of spoils?
He suggests it go to his mother
He refuses to take any reward for himself
He demands double the share
He accepts it gratefully
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How do the soldiers react to Martius’s humility?
They remain indifferent
They mock his modesty
They cheer and praise his virtue
They grow jealous of his fame
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What theme is strongly reinforced in this scene?
Honor and reputation in warfare
Deceit and politics
Love and betrayal
Family and forgiveness
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How does this scene transition the play’s tone?
From comedy to tragedy
From love to betrayal
From peace to rebellion
From war and valor to political recognition
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What reward do the Roman soldiers receive?
A share of the plunder
Golden medals
Land grants in Corioli
Exemption from taxes
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What does Martius’s modesty contrast with in this scene?
The exuberant praise of Cominius and the soldiers
The politics of the tribunes
The silence of Aufidius
The sorrow of Rome’s women
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How does Shakespeare use dialogue to portray Martius’s character?
Through comedic exchanges
Through long philosophical speeches
Through terse and proud responses
Through poetic soliloquies
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What word best describes the tone of this scene?
Suspicious and tense
Triumphant and celebratory
Melancholic and reflective
Dark and vengeful
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