Comp. 1
The Nurse’s reaction to finding Juliet “dead” suggests that:
She had no prior knowledge of Juliet’s plan.
What is the setting of Romeo and Juliet?
Verona, Italy
“Your hand is like a holy place…”
simile
Unsolved feuds or grudges can result in severe consequences and suffering.
The feud between the Montagues and Capulets causes a lot of pain and suffering. Because the families hate each other, Romeo and Juliet can’t be together openly. Their love leads to tragedy, with both of them dying, and many others suffering too. The play shows how holding onto grudges can lead to terrible consequences for everyone involved.
I died of a broken heart over the death of my son.
Lady Montague
What is Juliet’s main reason for seeking help from Friar Lawrence in Act 4?
To avoid marrying Paris.
Juliet’s cousin, Tybalt, is the ___ in the play.
antagonist
“Your joke is a very bitter apple. Your humor is a spicy sauce.”
metaphor
The failure to communicate openly and effectively can end badly.
The lack of clear communication plays a big role in the tragedy. Both families, and even Romeo and Juliet, struggle to express themselves openly. For example, a crucial message about Juliet’s fake death doesn’t reach Romeo in time, leading him to believe she’s really gone. This misunderstanding causes him to take his life, and when Juliet wakes up and sees what’s happened, she does the same.
I sold Romeo a lethal poison because I needed the money, not because I wanted to.
Apothecary
What excuse does Lord Capulet give to Paris for the sudden wedding plans?
The marriage will help with the grief over the loss of Tybalt.
When Juliet says, “Romeo, Romeo! Wherefore art thou Romeo?” she is saying:
Why are you Romeo, a Montague?
“Sadness sits heavy in my chest.”
Personification
Anger and revenge aren’t always the answer and often lead to more problems.
Anger and revenge only escalate the conflict between the families. Tybalt’s anger toward Romeo leads him to kill Mercutio, and in turn, Romeo’s anger drives him to kill Tybalt. This cycle of revenge makes things worse for everyone, ultimately resulting in the deaths of both Romeo and Juliet.
We are Capulet servants, who like our master, hate all Montagues!
Sampson
& Gregory
In Act 3, Tybalt challenges Romeo to a duel because ___.
Tybalt is still upset that Romeo crashed the Capulet party
Right before he performs the wedding ceremony, Friar speaks to Romeo and Juliet saying:
“These sudden joys have sudden endings. They burn up in victory like fire and gunpowder. When they meet, as in a kiss, they explode. Too much honey is delicious, but it makes you sick to your stomach. Therefore, love each other in moderation. That is the key to long-lasting love. Too fast is as bad as too slow.”
Quick decisions, based on intense emotions, can have disastrous consequences.
You horrible mouth of death.
metaphor
Having too much control can often lead to a loss of control.
The characters who try to control everything often end up losing control. For example, Lord Capulet tries to control Juliet's life by insisting she marry Paris, even though she doesn’t want to. His attempts to force her into this marriage make her take desperate actions, like faking her own death. Similarly, the feud between the families is an attempt to control each other, but it spirals out of control, leading to tragedy.
I told Romeo to look at other girls when he was sad over Rosaline.
Benvolio
What news does Balthasar bring to Romeo while he is in Mantua?
That Juliet is dead.
How does Romeo react to being banished from Verona?
He tells Friar Lawrence that he prefers death over banishment.
The sun is too sad to show itself.
Personification
Decisions made in haste (too quickly) often have poor outcomes.
Romeo impulsively decides to kill Tybalt after Mercutio’s death, without fully thinking about the consequences. Similarly, Romeo and Juliet get married quickly without considering the potential fallout. Their rushed decisions, like Romeo drinking poison when he believes Juliet is dead, happen without enough thought and ultimately lead to both of their deaths.
I gave Romeo the famous Queen Mab speech about his silly dreams.
Mercutio