Scene 1
Why is Romeo sad?
He "loves" a girl that does not love him back
Why does Capulet want Paris to wait before marrying Juliet?
She is too young
What does Juliet's mother wish to discuss with her?
Marriage to Paris
Romeo, Mercutio, Benvolio, and others wear these to sneak into the feast
Masks
How does Tybalt find out that Romeo is at the feast?
He hears his voice
What did Prince Escalus say will happen if they disturb the peace again?
They will pay with their lives
Why does Romeo agree to go to the feast?
He hopes to see Rosaline
How old is Juliet?
13, almost 14
What is the subject of Romeo's premonition?
His early death
When Juliet says Romeo kisses by the book, what is she suggesting?
He has experience in kissing
Where do the Feuding families (Montagues and Capulets) live?
Verona
Why does Benvolio want Romeo to go to the feast?
To compare Rosaline to other beautiful women, help Romeo get over Rosaline, etc.
What are Juliet's thoughts on marriage?
She has not given it much thought
Why is Romeo anxious about attending the feast?
He had a dream that something bad would happen
Why does Capulet refuse to let Tybalt confront Romeo at the feast?
Capulet wants the party to be a success, wants to stay in the good graces of Prince Escalus, Romeo has a good reputation and isn't doing any harm
How does Sampson provoke a fight with the Montague servants?
He "bites his thumb"
Why does Peter ask Romeo and Benvolio to read the invitation list?
He cannot read it himself
What is the Nurse's opinion of Paris when Lady Capulet brings him up?
She thinks he is perfect, so handsome, lists his qualities, etc.
Who is Queen Mab?
The queen of fairies who brings dreams and plays tricks
How do Romeo and Juliet find out each other's names?
They ask the Nurse
How do Benvolio and Tybalt differ in their attitudes toward the feud between their houses?
Benvolio seeks peace while Tybalt is aggressive and antagonistic
What mistake does Peter make regarding Romeo and Benvolio?
He doesn't realize they are Montagues and invites them to the feast
Why does Lady Capulet urge Juliet to think about marriage?
She was around her age when she had Juliet, there are girls much younger than her who are already mothers, she is getting too old, Paris is quite handsome, etc.
How does Mercutio suggest Romeo deals with love?
He says if love is rough, be rough with love
What three things does Romeo compare Juliet to?
A torch, a jewel, and a dove