Act 1
How old is Juliet?
13
What does Romeo compare Juliet to when she is on the balcony?
The sun
What day did Paris and Capulet settle on for the wedding?
Thursday
Who discovers that Juliet is "dead"?
The nurse
What does Romeo hope to accomplish by killing himself?
Being with Juliet in death
What is a masquerade ball?
A formal ball where everyone wears a mask.
What does Mercutio say about blind love?
A heavy feeling that there is no escape from, which can lead to chaotic and unpredictable consequences.
What makes Romeo want to challenge Tybalt to a fight?
Tybalt killed Mercutio (Romeo's friend)
Why does the Friar want to delay the wedding?
To help Juliet avoid marrying Paris and be with Romeo
Why didn't Friar John deliver the letter?
He was quarantined from the plague outbreak
How does Tybalt recognize Romeo?
His voice
What does Romeo swear his love by?
The moon
How does the Friar attempt to help Romeo deal with his grief about being banished?
By reminding him that things could be worse
How would the actions in Juliet’s list get her out of the marriage with Paris?
By causing chaos and getting help
Why is it essential that the friar reach Juliet before Romeo does?
To make sure that the plan is done correctly
What does Lady Capulet ask Juliet to consider?
Why is the Friar a good person to counsel Romeo?
He is wise and trusted
How has Juliet's relationship with the nurse changed?
She has become more independent
What does Friar Lawrence say to try to console the Capulets?
By saying that Juliet is now in a better place where she doesn't have to deal with life's problems
What is the Friar's plan with Juliet?
The Friar plans to fake Juliet's death to reunite her with Romeo
Where does scene 4 begin?
A street outside of the Capulet's house
How is Juliet arranging to meet Romeo?
By sending the nurse to find him in the morning
Why does Lady Capulet think Benvolio is lying?
He is a Montague and is related to Romeo
Juliet imagines 4 things that might happen if she were to drink the potion. What are they?
She will suffocate, go insane and bash her skull with Tybalt's bones, Romeo doesn't come to get her, she will die.
What is Romeo willing to do to see Juliet?
Romeo is willing to risk everything to see Juliet, acting impulsively without considering the consequences.