Juliet’s Choices
Who does Juliet refuse to marry?
Paris
Who creates the plan to help Juliet avoid marrying Paris?
Friar Laurence
Who is supposed to marry Juliet in Act 4?
Paris
What is the main conflict Juliet faces in Act 4?
Avoiding marriage to Paris while staying married to Romeo
What happens to Juliet after she takes the potion?
She appears to be dead
Why does Juliet refuse to marry Paris?
Because she is secretly married to Romeo
What does Friar Laurence give Juliet to carry out the plan?
A potion that makes her appear dead
How does Paris react to Juliet’s behavior?
He is confused and worried about her sadness
How does Act 4 increase the suspense of the story?
Juliet’s risky plan creates tension and uncertainty
How does Act 4 move the story toward the ending?
It sets up the miscommunication that leads to the tragic ending
What extreme action does Juliet consider to avoid marrying Paris?
Taking her own life
How long will Juliet appear dead after taking the potion?
For forty-two hours
Why doesn’t Paris know about Juliet’s marriage to Romeo?
Because it is a secret
Who would be most affected if the plan fails?
Juliet and Romeo
Why do you think this is called “Desperate Plans”?
Because Juliet and Friar Laurence take extreme risks to solve a problem
What motivates Juliet to agree to Friar Laurence’s plan?
To avoid marrying Paris and stay with Romeo
What does Friar Laurence hope happens after Juliet takes the potion?
She will be buried, then Romeo will come to rescue her
How does Paris contribute to the tension of Act 4?
His insistence on marriage increases Juliet’s desperation
What might happen if someone discovers Juliet’s plan too early?
The plan could collapse, and Juliet could be forced to marry Paris
What is the key takeaway from Act 4?
Desperate decisions can have dangerous consequences
What does Juliet risk by taking the potion?
That it might actually kill her, or the plan might fail
What could go wrong with Friar Laurence’s plan?
The potion could fail, Romeo might not arrive, or someone could discover the plan
What could happen if Paris finds out Juliet is married to Romeo?
There could be conflict, shame, or danger for Juliet
What does Juliet’s willingness to take the potion reveal about her character?
She is brave, desperate, and loyal to Romeo
How does Act 4 show the theme of love and risk?
Juliet risks her life for love, showing how far people will go for those they care about