Characters
What are the names of the 2 main characters?
Romeo and Juliet
What does it mean if someone "bites his thumb"?
It's an insult
According to the Prologue, what will happen after the 2 lovers commit suicide?
The feud will end
Where would this play be held in this time period?
Who is Romeo's friend and cousin?
Benvolio
What does it mean to "take the wall"?
Walk on the safest and cleanest part of the street
How does the street fight start?
With insults and foolish words
What audience member would be standing during the entire play?
Groundling
Who takes care of Juliet?
Nurse
What does this line mean:
"Let your eyes wander freely. Examine other beauties."
Look at other pretty girls
What will happen if the Prince sees any more fighting between the two families?
Death
What deadly disease was happening in this time period?
Plague
Who tries to stop the street fight?
Benvolio
At the end of the ball, Romeo says:
"My life is in the hands of my enemy!" What does this mean?
He is in love with Juliet, whom his family hates
Because it is a sign for bad things to come
What queen reigned during this time period?
Queen Elizabeth I
Who discovers Romeo at the ball?
Tybalt
What does Romeo compare Juliet to when he first sees her?
A snowy dove and a diamond jewel
What does Juliet find out at the end of the ball?
She loves her enemy
What is the difference between fate and free will?
Fate = your future is determined
Free will = your choices determine your future