Guess Who?
Paris
Where did the story take place?
Verona
Where did Romeo and Juliet first meet?
The Capulet's party/masquerade
Who are the two hot-headed people that fight first?
Mercutio and Tybalt
Who brings the news of Juliet's "death" to Romeo?
Balthasar
Name the first person who died...
Mercutio
What genre is Romeo and Juliet?
Tragedy
Who is sent by Juliet to get all the details about their hidden marriage?
The Nurse
Describe how Romeo reacts to the news that he is banished from Verona instead of being killed for killing Tybalt.
He was stuck in a quarantine house.
Who killed Tybalt?
Romeo
Shakespeare writes in a rhythm, what is this called?
Iambic Pentameter
At the beginning of Act 1 Romeo is feeling sad and lovesick over Rosaline who does not love him back. Then, his mood brightens once he meets Juliet.
What did Juliet's parents say would happen if she doesn't marry Paris?
Juliet will be disowned if she does not marry Paris.
How does Romeo describe Juliet when he sees her laying the tomb?
He describes Juliet as beautiful. He notices that her lips and cheeks still have their color.
Who performs Romeo and Juliet's marriage?
Friar Lawrence
When was Romeo and Juliet written?
Between 1594-1596
Why does Friar Lawrence agree to marry Romeo and Juliet?
He hopes the marriage will end the feud between their two families.
How long does Friar Lawrence say the sleep potion he gives Juliet will last?
42 hours
Why does Paris go to Juliet's tomb? Why does he confront Romeo when he sees him?
Paris goes to Juliet's tomb to mourn her andlay flowers. He misunderstands Romeo's intent and thinks Romeo will vandalize the tomb.
Who are the two people trying to keep peace throughout the play?
Benvolio and Friar Lawrence
What is the name of the two families that are feuding?
The Montague's and Capulet's
Why does Juliet not like it when Romeo swears he loves her by the moon?
The moon is constantly changing
Why does Juliet think Friar Lawrence might betray her?
To hide his role in her marriage to Romeo.
Describe the ending of Act 5.
Act 5 ends with the deaths of Romeo and Juliet. Friar Lawrence explains that the two were married. The Montague's and Capulet's then end their ancient hatred and feud.