Read the excerpt from act 5, scene 1, of Julius Caesar. ANTONY. Villains, you did not so, when your vile daggers

And bowed like bondmen, kissing Caesar’s feet, Whilst dammed Casca, like a cur, behind, Struck Caesar on the neck. O you flatterers! Cur and dog mean the same thing denotatively.

Which statement best explains why Antony uses the word cur rather than dog to describe Casca?
A) Antony wants to praise Casca’s noble standing.
B) Antony has contempt for Casca and is insulting him.
C) Antony blames the entire assassination plot on Casca.
D) Antony wants to describe Casca as a kind and dedicated dog.

The following question refers to “the philosophy of composition” by edgar allan poe and on writing by stephen king. what is a key difference in the use of details in the texts? poe’s essay is dominated by facts, while king’s memoir is dominated by images and examples. poe references numerous authors and literary works, while king does not reference any other authors or literary works. poe includes a list of all the poems he has written, while king includes a list of all the books he has written. poe’s essay is full of personal details about his wife and children, while king’s memoir is filled with details about his pets.