Shakespeare
What does Shakespeare like to do with his words in order to fit iambic pentameter?
He likes to switch around the order of the words.
What type of dramatic speech occurs when 2 or more characters exchange lines of speech?
Dialogue
What is the name of the character that Romeo is in love with at the beginning of the play?
Rosaline
What are the names of the two feuding families in the play?
The Montagues and the Capulets
What do Romeo and Juliet agree to do?
GET MARRIED
How many lines are in a Sonnet?
14
What type of dramatic speech occurs when one character gives a speech to other characters?
Monologue
This character is Romeo's cousin and good friend.
Benvolio
What starts the beginning brawl between the two families?
Someone biting their thumb.
Who stops Tybalt from attacking Romeo at the Capulet Party?
Lord Capulet
True or False:
Shakespeare was a respected actor as well as a Playwright.
True
What type of dramatic speech occurs when a character talks as though they are alone?
Soliloquy
The hot-headed, fiery cousin of Juliet
Tybalt
Why is Romeo sad in the beginning of the play?
Because he loves Rosaline, and Rosaline does not love him back.
Who does Romeo go to for help in Act 2 Scene 3?
Friar Laurence
How many audience members could theaters in Shakespeare's time fit?
2-3 thousand audience members
What type of dramatic speech occurs when a line is directed towards the audience?
Aside
This is the guy that the Capulets want Juliet to get married to
Paris
What does the Prince declare to the two families?
Anyone who disturbs the peace will be killed.
Why does Friar Laurence agree to marry Romeo and Juliet?
He believes their marriage will end the feud between their families.
Name the 4 Play Genres in Shakespeare's time
Tragedy, Comedy, Historical, Romance
When reading a play, what italicized lines are used to introduce characters, props, or provide background information to the audience?
Stage Directions
Romeo's friend who likes to make a lot of jokes.
Mercutio
How do Romeo and Benvolio learn about the Capulet party?
Peter (the servant) asks Romeo if he can read the guest list.
Who says this quote:
"But soft! What light yonder window breaks?"
Romeo