Romeo and Juliet
To which family does Juliet belong?
Juliet finds out that Romeo is a __________.
Montague
Why did the letter never reach Romeo?
Who is Romeo’s mentor and spiritual advisor?
Friar Lawrence.
Who brings up marriage first?
Juliet
This story mainly takes place in _______________________________, Italy.
Verona
Romeo finds out that Juliet is a __________.
Capulet
This character is aggressive and combative.
Tybalt
Why does the Friar finally agree to marry Romeo and Juliet?
He believes it will stop the feud between the families.
Why does Paris fight Romeo?
Paris saw Romeo breaking into Juliet's tomb (not knowing they were married) and thought he was going to violate Juliet's body or vandalize the tomb
What happens if the Prince catches the two houses fighting again?
They'll pay with their lives/be executed
Romeo goes to the party to see ______________.
Rosaline
Why does Romeo ultimately kill Tybalt?
Because Tybalt killed Mercutio.
Which member of the Capulet household is not only aware of the marriage, but is assisting with it?
The nurse.
What does Juliet think of the nurse after she tells her to leave Romeo for Paris?
She no longer trusts the nurse or tells her any secrets/feels betrayed
When Lady Capulet tells Juliet of the plans to marry Paris, how does Juliet feel about marriage?
She says marriage is an honor she does not dream of.
Angel
At the start of the balcony scene, who doesn't see whom?
Juliet doesn't see Romeo
How does the Prince punish Romeo after he kills Tybalt.
Banishes him to Mantua.
Why do Juliet’s parents think she is sad?
Because of Tybalt’s death
Why does Romeo try to stop the fight with Tybalt at first in Act 3?
He wants peace between his family and his new wife's family.
Who is Lord Capulet worried about starting a fight?
Tybalt
What do Romeo and Juliet plan to do the following day after the balcony scene?
Get married.
What does Juliet mean when she says, "What's in a name? That which we call a rose by any other name would smell as sweet?"
She loves Romeo even though his name is Montague.
Why does Paris visit the churchyard at night?
He's grieving Juliet and is going to put flowers on her grave
How long does the prologue say the play will be?
Two Hours
What is it called when a character speaks outloud with no one else around?
Soliloquy
What was between Romeo and Juliet when they first met in the movie?
A fish tank
What are Mercutio's last words?
A plague on both your houses
State a theme of the play.
Hasty, reckless actions may have disastrous consequences OR Feuds and vengeance bring tragedy