mentioned it to Cassius, who rightly considered it as the effect of an imagination disordered by vigilance and anxiety. 25. Brutus appeared satisfied with this solution; and as Antony and Augustus were now advanced into Macedonia, he and his colleague passed over into Thrace, and drew near to Philippi, where the forces of the Trium'viri were posted to receive them. _Questions for Examination_. 1. Where was the first meeting of the Triumvirate, and why was it chosen? 2. What precautions did they take? 3. What farther was done? 4. What was the result of the conference? 5. Who were the proscribed? 6. What became of Brutus and Cassius? 7. What effect had this success on the minds of their party? 8. What was their first resolution? 9. Did they put it in execution? 10. What was the consequence to the Rhodians and Lycians? 11. What unfortunate accident hastened the fate of the town? 12. Did they not second the efforts of Brutus? 13. By what means did Brutus attempt to divert them from their purpose? 14, 15. By what method did he endeavour to save some of the Lycians? 16. Where did Brutus and Cassius meet, and what ensued? 17. Was their interview an amicable one? 18. Did no one interpose? 19. What were the characters of these great men? 20. What happened after the conference? 21. What were the peculiar habits of Brutus? 22. What happened to him while thus employed? 23. What conversation passed between them? 24. Did he mention the circumstance to any one? 25. Did Brutus assent to this opinion, and what followed? SECTION V. I dare assure you that no enemy Shall ever take alive the noble Brutus.--_Shakspeare_.