Family Feuds
Juliet’s parents threaten to disown her if she refuses to marry this suitor.
Who is Paris?
Romeo’s line “I fear, too early; for my mind misgives / Some consequence yet hanging in the stars” shows this theme.
What is Fate?
Romeo uses this type of figurative language when he says Juliet’s eyes are “two of the fairest stars in all the heaven.”
What is metaphor?
This character acts as Romeo’s confidant and arranges the secret wedding.
Who is Friar Laurence?
The lovers’ secrecy and haste to marry reflect this theme.
What is rash decisions or impulsivity?
Tybalt’s nickname for Romeo at the Capulet ball, showing his hatred for Montagues
What is “a villain”?
Juliet’s line “Give me my Romeo; and, when he shall die, / Take him and cut him out in little stars” ties her love to this motif.
What is celestial imagery or stars as fate?
The pun in “Ask for me tomorrow, and you shall find me a grave man” hinges on this word.
What is grave [serious/death-related]?
Romeo’s love interest before Juliet, who swore to live chaste.
Who is Rosaline?
The feud between the families represents this broader societal issue.
What is generational conflict or pointless violence?
The reason Lord Capulet moves Juliet’s wedding to Paris forward by one day.
What is to cheer her up after Tybalt’s death?
The Friar’s plan for Juliet relies on this happening, but fate intervenes.
What is Romeo receiving the letter explaining Juliet’s fake death?
Mercutio’s speech about Queen Mab is an example of this type of monologue.
WHat is Soliloquy?
Juliet’s father calls her this harsh term when she refuses to marry Paris.
What is “disobedient wretch” or “green-sickness carrion”?
Juliet’s line “My only love sprung from my only hate” highlights this theme.
What is love vs. hate or conflict of loyalties?
The Prince’s punishment for future street brawls after Romeo’s exile.
What is death?
The prologue calls the lovers “star-crossed,” meaning their tragedy is caused by this.
What is destiny/fate?
The shared sonnet between Romeo and Juliet in Act 1 symbolizes this.
What is their instant connection/emotional harmony?
The servant who accidentally invites Romeo to the Capulet ball.
Who is Peter?
The Friar’s warning, “These violent delights have violent ends,” critiques this.
What is reckless passion?
The only member of the Capulet family who shows kindness to Romeo after Tybalt’s death.
Who is Juliet?
Name two moments where characters make choices that defy societal/familial expectations.
What are Romeo attending the Capulet ball, Juliet refusing to marry Paris, Romeo buying poison,
The oxymoron “loving hate” in the opening chorus reflects this central conflict
What is love vs. family feud?
The character who delivers the news of Juliet’s “death” to Romeo in Mantua.
Who is Balthasar?
The final reconciliation of the families suggests this theme about tragedy.
What is the futility of hatred or the cost of division?