Characters
Important Events
Quotes and Meanings
Themes and Ideas
100

This character tries to keep the peace in Act 1 and prevents Romeo from fighting at the party.

Benvolio

100

This is the event where Romeo and Juliet first meet.

Capulet Party

100

What is Juliet asking when she says: "O Romeo, Romeo! Wherefore art thou Romeo?”

Why ARE you Romeo... not where

100

The main theme shown by Romeo and Juliet’s relationship.

Love

200

This character initially supports Romeo’s love life but later criticizes his behavior after Tybalt’s death.

the Nurse

200

This person delivers messages between Romeo and Juliet.

the Nurse

200

What is the missing word in this quote: "What’s in a name? That which we call a ___________, by any other word would smell as sweet"

rose

200

The ongoing struggle between the families represents this theme.

conflict, hatred

300

This character acts as a contrast to Romeo by treating love as a joke rather than something serious.

Mercutio

300

Before the Capulet Party Romeo has a bad feeling/premonition. What is it?

that by going to the party romeo will start something that will lead to his death

300

Who says: “Did my heart love till now?” 

Romeo

300

Explain how the theme of honor is found in Romeo and Juliet.

fights between tybalt and mercutio

400

This character values honor and family reputation so strongly that it leads directly to his death.

Tybalt

400

This secret action is meant to end the family feud but instead increases the risk of tragedy.

marriage between romeo and juliet

400

What word is missing here: "These ____________ delights have ___________ ends”

violent

400

Explain how the theme of loyalty is found in Romeo and Juliet.

romeo and juliet's love for each other
500

This character believes he is acting wisely and for the greater good, but his actions contribute to the tragic outcome.

Friar Laurence

500

Romeo tries to prevent a fight between these two characters and both end up dying. Who are they?

Mercutio and Tybalt

500

Who says this: “What, drawn, and talk of peace? I hate the word, as I hate hell, all Montagues, and thee.”

Tybalt

500

How can you connect the theme of impulsivity to irreversible consequences? 

Romeo’s impulsive decisions, Mercutio’s death, and Romeo’s exile

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