Romeo
How old is Romeo
Romeo's age is never given, but since he carries a sword, it can be assumed that he is not younger
How old is Juliet
13
Where does Romeo and Juliet take place (Setting)
THINK COUNTRY
Italy
What is Romeo's family name?
The Montagues
what is Juliet's Family name
The Capulets
If someone calls a boy or man a "Romeo" what do they mean? Give the definition
an attractive, passionate male seducer or lover.
Who takes care of Juliet
Nurse
Where in Italy is the setting for Romeo and Juliet
VERONA
Name Romeo's Cousin?
Benvolio
Name Juliets Cousin
Tybalt
Who is Romeo in love with before he meets Juliet?
Rosaline
Who wants to marry Juliet in Act 1
Paris
What action starts the fight between the two families
Biting the thumb
(it's like flipping the bird at someone)
Why does Benvolio want Romeo to go to the feast
Because he wants him to meet someone else and forget about Rosaline.
How is Rosaline related to Juliet
They are cousins
In the beginning of Act 1 scene 1 Romeo admits to his friend Benvolio that he is depressed
because he is in love with a woman who does not love him. (Rosaline)
Who is Juliets' Mother?
Lady Capulet
Who has the most influence over Nurse?
Juliet, she is able to quiet her with one word.
Why does Peter ask Romeo and Benvolio to read the invitation list?
He thinks they're on it. He cannot read it himself.
What nationality are the Capulets
Italian
What happens to Romeo's love for Rosaline after he meets Juliet?
He kicks her to the curb - he falls in love at first sight with Juliet.
What kind of jokes is Nurse making in front of a naive Juliet?
Sexual Jokes
What reason does Rosaline give for not wanting to marry Romeo.
Rosaline has vowed never to give up her "chastity" and to remain celibate (a virgin)
What nationality are the Montagues
Italian
Why does Juliet have a Wet Nurse - extra points if you can explain what the job of a Wet Nurse is.
Nurse's own daughter had died soon after her birth, Nurse was still lactating for her own daughter and was able to feed Juliet. A wet nurse is a lactating woman who is hired to nurse the baby in lieu of the mother nursing the child.