Scene 1
Who instigates the fight between Mercutio and Tybalt?
Tybalt
How does Juliet react when she learns about Tybalt's death?
Juliet is devastated upon learning about Tybalt's death and Romeo's banishment.
Who advises Romeo to flee Verona after killing Tybalt?
Friar Laurence advises Romeo to flee Verona.
What decision does Lord Capulet make regarding Juliet's marriage?
Lord Capulet decides Juliet will marry Paris.
Why is Juliet upset at the beginning of this scene?
Juliet is upset because Romeo must leave Verona.
What does Mercutio mean when he says "A plague o' both your houses"?
Mercutio is cursing both the Montague and Capulet families.
What does Juliet express about Romeo and Tybalt in her soliloquy?
Juliet expresses conflicted feelings about Romeo's actions but ultimately defends him.
How does Friar Laurence try to console Romeo after his banishment?
Friar Laurence tries to console Romeo by reminding him of the positive aspects of his situation.
How does Lord Capulet's attitude toward Juliet's marriage change throughout the scene?
Lord Capulet becomes enraged at Juliet's refusal.
How does Capulet react to Juliet's refusal to marry Paris?
Capulet is furious and threatens to disown Juliet if she refuses to marry Paris.
How does Romeo react to Mercutio's death?
Romeo reacts with anger and grief over Mercutio's death.
How does Juliet feel about her love for Romeo and her loyalty to her family?
Juliet feels torn between her love for Romeo and her loyalty to her family.
What is Romeo's initial reaction to his banishment?
Romeo is initially distraught and feels hopeless about his banishment.
How does Lady Capulet react to Lord Capulet's decision?
Lady Capulet is surprised and then supports Lord Capulet's decision.
How does Juliet's relationship with her parents evolve in this scene?
Juliet's relationship with her parents deteriorates as they turn against her.
How does Mercutio's death change the course of the play?
Mercutio's death leads to Romeo killing Tybalt, which sets off a chain of tragic events.
Analyze Juliet's inner conflict and moral dilemma regarding Romeo's banishment.
Juliet struggles with conflicting emotions and her loyalty to Romeo.
Discuss the significance of Romeo's banishment in terms of the play's themes and character development.
Romeo's banishment isolates him from Juliet and sets the stage for further tragedy.
Analyze the power dynamics within the Capulet family as portrayed in this scene.
The power dynamics within the Capulet family show the patriarchal control over Juliet's life.
Analyze the role of fate in Juliet's decision to defy her parents and refuse to marry Paris.
Juliet defies societal expectations and follows her heart by seeking help from Friar Laurence.
What are the societal and personal implications of Mercutio's death for Romeo and Juliet?
Mercutio's death escalates the conflict between the Montagues and Capulets, ultimately leading to Romeo's banishment.
How does Juliet's language and emotions reflect her internal turmoil and the external conflict in Scene 2?
Juliet's language and emotions reveal her inner turmoil and conflict between love and duty, amplifying the tension as she struggles with the consequences of her choises.
How does Romeo's banishment contribute to the tragic momentum of the play, considering the societal and personal consequences?
Romeo's banishment intensifies the sense of doom and separation in the play.
How does Lord Capulet's insistence on Juliet's marriage contribute to the tragedy of the play, especially considering her relationship with Romeo?
Lord Capulet's insistence on Juliet's marriage deepens the conflict and contributes to the tragedy.
How does Juliet's decision to seek help from Friar Laurence represent her defiance of societal norms and her determination to be with Romeo?
Juliet's decision to seek help from Friar Laurence shows her determination to be with Romeo, despite the consequences.