Read the excerpt from "Julius Caesar," Act 2, Scene 1.

BRUTUS:
Give me your hands all over, one by one.

CASSIUS:
And let us swear our resolution.

BRUTUS:
No, not an oath. If not the face of men,
The sufferance of our souls, the time's abuse—
If these be motives weak, break off betimes,
And every man hence to his idle bed.
So let high-sighted tyranny range on
Till each man drop by lottery. But if these—

How does this scene contribute to the plot?

A. It gives Brutus and the others an excuse to drop the plan.
B. It shows that Brutus and the others are afraid.
C. It illustrates Brutus's resolve and commitment.
D. It exemplifies Brutus's mistrust of the other men.