Question

Why is Cassius so intent on convincing Brutus to join with the conspirators?

A.
Brutus is a well-known assassin who can teach the conspirators how to do the job correctly.

B.
Brutus knows where Caesar lives and can help the conspirators strike Caesar in his home.

C.
Brutus is highly respected, and Cassius knows that joining with Brutus will give the conspirators credibility.

D.
Brutus wants to be king, and Cassius knows that Brutus will do anything for power.

Answer 1

C. Brutus is highly respected, and Cassius knows that joining with Brutus will give the conspirators credibility.

Answer 2

In "Julius Caesar", by William Shakespeare, Cassius is so intent on convincing Brutus to join with the conspirators because C. Brutus is highly respected, and Cassius knows that joining with Brutus will give the conspirators credibility. Cassius is jealous of Caesar's power. He manipulates Brutus into the conspiracy because Brutus is a noble and respected politician and a close friend to Caesar.