PLOT POINTS
What feud drives the conflict of the play?
Montagues vs. Capulets
Who tries to cheer Romeo up at the beginning?
Benvolio
“O, she doth teach the torches to burn bright!” — Who says this?
Romeo
Which theme appears most in Act 1: love, fate, or revenge?
Love (and love vs. hate)
Why does the Prince threaten death?
Because the families keep fighting
Why does Romeo go to the Capulet party?
To see Rosaline
Who wants to marry Juliet?
Paris
“Younger than she are happy mothers made.” — Who says this?
Paris
What idea is shown by the families’ feud?
Hatred can control society
Why does Tybalt want to fight Romeo?
Romeo crashed the party
What punishment does the Prince threaten for more fighting?
Death
Who acts like Juliet’s mother figure?
The Nurse
“My only love sprung from my only hate!” — Who says this?
Juliet
What theme is shown by Romeo loving Rosaline then Juliet?
Impulsive love / shallow attraction
Why does Lord Capulet stop Tybalt?
Romeo is acting respectfully and is a guest
What happens when Romeo first sees Juliet?
He falls in love instantly
Who gets angry when Romeo attends the party?
Tybalt
What does Romeo compare Juliet to when they meet?
A holy shrine / saint
Why is the party scene tense despite being joyful?
Enemies are in the same place
What happens because Romeo attends the party?
He meets Juliet
What major conflict is set up at the end of Act 1?
Romeo and Juliet fall in love despite the family feud
Who stops Tybalt from attacking Romeo?
Lord Capulet
Why is Romeo and Juliet’s first conversation important?
It shows instant love and shared religious imagery
What theme is introduced by Romeo and Juliet meeting?
Love vs. (family) loyalty
Why is Juliet’s discovery of Romeo’s identity important?
It creates the central conflict of the play