Show:
Shakespeare
Characters
Acts 1 & 2
Act 3
Acts 4 & 5
100
When was William Shakespeare born?
April 23, 1564
100
Who has an insane temper and an unhealthy obsession with honor?
Tybalt
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When and where is the play set?
Verona, Italy, in the 14th century
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What is the result of Romeo's interference in the fight between Tybalt and Mercutio?
Mercutio is stabbed and killed
100
How does the Friar get the idea to give Juliet the sleeping potion?
She is always talking about suicide
200
Where was Shakespeare born?
Stratford-Upon-Avon, England
200
Who provides comic relief from all the tragic events occurring in the play and is often a little drunk?
The Nurse
200
What advice does Benvolio give Romeo concerning his "problem"?
To forget about Rosaline and look at other girls
200
According to Lady Capulet, what really happened to Tyablt?
Twenty armed men jumped him
200
Juliet is afraid to drink the mixture Friar Lawrence has given her. What is her specific fear?
That the potion will actually kill her
300
Who were Shakespeare's parents?
Mary Arden and John Shakespeare
300
Who is smart, funny, and loves being the center of attention and is also known for a dirty sense of humor?
Mercutio
300
What historical event does the Nurse use to help her remember Juliet's age?
The earthquake 11 years prior
300
How long have Romeo and Juliet been married when Tybalt is killed?
Three hours
300
Why doesn't the Nurse discover that Juliet is "dead" right away?
The curtains around Juliet's bed are closed
400
Who was Shakespeare's wife?
Anne Hathaway
400
Who is a concerned yet clueless parent?
Lord Montague
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Who recognizes Romeo at the party and how?
Tybalt, by Romeo's voice
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What plans are Juliet's parents secretly making for her?
To marry Paris in three days
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What offer did Friar Lawrence make at the end after he confessed to everything?
If anything was his fault, he deserved punishment
500
Shakespeare belonged to what theatrical company?
The Lord Chamberlain's Men
500
Who commands complete obedience and respect and will fly into a rage when these are lacking?
Lord Capulet
500
Why doesn't Juliet want Romeo to swear his love by the moon?
The moon is always changing
500
What advice does the Nurse give Juliet concerning the marriage to Paris?
To forget about Romeo and marry Paris
500
The Prince points the finger of blame at the families and who else for all of the tragic events?
Himself