Quotes
What type of figurative language is used in the following: “She would be as swift in motion as a ball.”
Simile
Why does Friar Lawrence agree to marry Romeo and Juliet?
He thinks it will end the feud
What is Friar Laurence doing when he is first introduced?
Gathering herbs
What message does Romeo send to Juliet?
To meet him at the church
What type of figurative language is used in the following: “But soft, what light through yonder window breaks? It is the east, and Juliet is the sun.”
Simile
Why does Friar Lawrence initially question Romeo’s love for Juliet?
Romeo was just in love with Rosaline
What happens at the end of Act 2 that not supposed to take place on stage?
Romeo and Juliet get married.
Who teases Romeo about his love for Rosaline, unaware that he has fallen for Juliet?
Benvolio and Mercutio
What type of figurative language is used in the following: “These violent delights have violent ends.”
Foreshadowing
What warning does Friar Lawrence give Romeo about marriage?
That violent delights have violent ends
How does Juliet get out of her house to meet Romeo?
She says she is going to confession.
What does Juliet compare a name to in the famous balcony scene?
A rose
Why does Juliet tell Romeo not to “swear by the moon”?
The moon is constantly changing.
Which quote best reflects Friar Lawrence’s role as spiritual advisor to Romeo in the play so far?
“Wisely and slow; they stumble that run fast.”
How does the Nurse behave when delivering Romeo's message to Juliet?
She rambles on and delays giving the message
What is the nickname for Tybalt?
Prince of Cats
Fill in the blanks of the following quote:
Deny thy _______ and refuse thy _______.
Deny thy father and refuse thy name.
According to Friar Laurence, how are humans like plants?
They have both good and evil in them.
Does the Nurse really want Romeo and Juliet to get married?
No, she thinks that Paris would be the better match.
What character says the following: "Alas poor Romeo! He is already dead!" and why does he/she say this?
Mercutio says this after learning Tybalt has challenged Romeo to a duel.