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14 An iambic pentameter poem contains how many lines? 10 How many syllables/beats are in each line? The “da DUM” of a heart What is the most common example of iambic rhythm? 5 How many of these iambs did Shakespeare…

How does shakespeare start the play so that he gains he attention of the “groundling” fight, dirty jokes, puns What does the conversation between Sampson and Gregory reveal about the Capulet’s and the Montague’s That the hatred goes all the…

Act I, scene i, lines 150-232 o Romeo’s “lovesickness,” use of unoriginal, “cheesy” languageo Unrequited love – love felt by one, not returned by the othero Benvolio’s promise to help (“Examine other beauties,” etc.) Act I, scene iii, lines 70-100…

prologue is an opening to a story that establishes the context and gives background details, often some earlier story that ties into the main one, and other miscellaneous information. Who delivers the “prologue”? The chorus What is the purpose of…

“Love is a smoke raised with the fume of sighs; / Being purged, a fire sparkling in lovers’ eyes; / Being vexed, a sea nourished with lovers’ tears. / What is it else? A madness most discreet, / A choking…

What does Romeo compare Juilet in scene 1 ? Compares her to sun Who do Mercutio and Benvolio think Romeo is with? Rosealine Why does Juilet want Romeo to have other name? So they ain’t enemies When Juliet discovers Romeo…

How does Shakespeare connect the theme of love to Act 1, Scene 5? Romeo was lovesick and Benvolio had wanted for Romeo to attend the party to help get over his broken heart and meet other, prettier woman. How does…

Act 1 Scene 2 Paris asks Capulet if he can marry his 13 year old daughter Juliet, but he says only if he wins her over. He also invites Paris to the party he is having that night. Romeo finds…

The Hero The protagonist of the story who’s past is a mystery, and endures pain that leads to a greater good. The Mentor Serves as a role model to the protagonist. The Initiates Young heroes who must endure training. Orphaned…

Time in the year 1303 Place Verona, Italy. Romeo -vs- Rosaline Romeo was in love with Rosaline but the bad part about that was Rosaline didn’t love him back. 🙁 Romeo -vs- Tybalt Romeo and Tybalt fight because Romeo is…