Character traits
What are the character traits of Romeo?
A young man of about sixteen, Romeo is intelligent and sensitive. Though impulsive and immature, his idealism and passion make him an extremely likable character.
Who dies in Act 3 scene 1?
Mercutio and Tybalt
Why does Romeo kill Tybalt?
Romeo kills Tybalt because he feels that he must take revenge for his friend's death
Which character sentences Romeo to exile or banishment after Romeo kills Tybalt?
The Prince
What were Romeo's last words before he died?
"Here's to my love! O true apothecary! Thy drugs are quick. Thus with a kiss I die."
What are the character traits of Juliet?
While appearing quiet and obedient, Juliet displays inner strength, intelligence, bravery, wit, and independence. It is, in fact, Juliet who asks Romeo to marry her
In what Act does Juliet fake her death?
Act 4 scene 5
What did Juliet drink to fake her death?
A sleeping potion
Who do Juliet's parents want her to marry?
Paris
What were Juliet's last words before she died?
"O happy dagger, This is thy sheath"
What are the character traits of Mercutio?
Mercutio was a loyal best friend to the death. He was witty, funny, hotheaded, and perhaps even a bit crude. Romeo was a romantic, while Mercutio did not believe in the idea of true love. It was his loyalty that killed him in the end.
In what Act do Romeo and Juliet get married?
Act 2 scene 5
Where do Romeo and Juliet meet each other?
Juliet and Romeo meet and fall instantly in love at a masked ball of the Capulets
Does the feud between Montagues and Capulets end?
Yes
What were Mercutio's last words before he died?
"Help me into some house, Benvolio, Or I shall faint. A plague o' both your houses!"
What are the character traits of the Nurse?
The Nurse is a bawdy, overly talkative,and humorous character. She teases, but is completely devoted to Juliet. She eventually betrays Juliet's wishes by giving her unkind advice. Even so, the Nurse is completely grief-stricken by Juliet's feigned death.
How does Romeo kill himself in Act 5 scene 3?
He drinks the poison that he bought from the Apothacary
Why does Romeo kill Paris?
Romeo kills Paris because Paris refuses to leave him alone
Which character wants Juliet to be happy, she first helps her to be with Romeo then tells her to consider Paris?
The Nurse
What were Paris's last words before he died?
"O, I am slain! If thou be merciful, Open the tomb, lay me with Juliet."
What are the character traits of Lady Capulet?
Lady Capulet is quite a timid, unknowing and selfish character, as she appears to be frightened of her husband and does not love her daughter like a mother should.
How does Juliet kill herself in Act 5 scene 3?
She stabs herself with Romeo's dagger
Why does Friar Lawrence agree to marry Romeo and Juliet?
When Romeo asks Friar Lawrence to marry him and Juliet, Friar Lawrence agrees because he thinks their marriage might bring about the end of the feud between their two families. He states, “For this alliance may so happy prove / To turn your households' rancor to pure love”
Who is the last person to see Juliet before she stabs herself?
Friar Lawrence
What were Tybalt's last words before he died?
"Thou wretched boy, that didst consort him, here, Shalt him with hence"