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Read the passage. Then answer the question that
follows.
CALPURNIA. A lioness hath whelpèd in the streets,
And graves have yawned, and yielded up their dead.
Fierce fiery warriors fight upon the clouds,
In ranks and squadrons and right form of war,
Which drizzled blood upon the Capitol.
The noise of battle hurtled in the air,
Horses do neigh, and dying men did groan,
And ghosts did shriek and squeal about the streets.
O Caesar, these things are beyond all use,
And I do fear them.
CAESAR. What can be avoided
Whose end is purposed by the mighty gods?
Yet Caesar shall go forth, for these predictions
Keeping in mind the symbolism in this passage, what is
the best interpretation of Caesar's attitude about
his
possible death?
O His name will live on it glory when he dies.
O These omens relate to other people, too.
O He believes the predictions are false.
O His end will be decided by the gods.



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In the passage, Caesar acknowledges the ominous signs and believes that what is destined by the gods cannot be avoided. Therefore, the best interpretation of Caesar's attitude about his possible death is:

- His end will be decided by the gods.

Caesar accepts the prophecy and believes that his fate is predetermined by the divine powers. He understands that the omens and predictions signify a higher purpose beyond his control. By stating, "What can be avoided whose end is purposed by the mighty gods?" Caesar shows his acceptance of the inevitable and his willingness to face whatever destiny has in store for him. This indicates his belief in fate and the influence of higher powers in determining the course of events, including his own demise.

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