Act 1, PrologueIn what city does this play take place? Verona, Italy Act 1, PrologueWhat does the term “star-crossed lovers” mean? Lovers meant to die Act 1, Scene 1Who is fighting at the beginning of the first scene? Capulet servants…
Romeo and Juliet Act 1 Identifying Literary Devices
example of a pun 1 Sampson: My naked weapon is out: quarrel, I will back thee. (I.1.32) example of an allusion Romeo alludes to the mythological goddess Diana when he describes Rosaline’s intelligence. “She hath Dian’s wit….” (1.1.202) example of…
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Romeo and Juliet Prologue Questions
Who speaks the prologue? The Chorus What is the purpose of the prologue? The prologue sets the scene of the story (setting, plot, gain interest) Explain the importance of Lines 5 and 6. Lines 5 and 6 show that two…
July 21, 2019
Romeo and Juliet Study Guide Questions Act 1
In the Prologue, what does the chorus say will happen to the two lovers? they will take their lives What does Escalus say he will do to anyone who fights in the future? they will be killed . How does…
July 21, 2019
Romeo and Juliet Quotes
“That which we call a rose by any other word would smell as sweet” (2.2.46-47). Juliet has realized that her only love, Romeo, is her families only hate. But she is thinking to herself that Romeo would be the same…
July 21, 2019
Romeo and Juliet 3
Abroad outdoors, outside of normal home territory Exile prolonged separation from one’s home or native country. to separate or expel from one’s homeland. Banish to expel from a country or place by decree, to rid Tributary furnishing or adding, to…
July 21, 2019
Romeo and Juliet theme statement
In the play romeo and juliet by william shakespear, the author shows through character developpement that young love can lead to misunderstandings which might end in tragedies Love theme statement In the play Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare the…
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Romeo and Juliet act 5 scene 3
Why is Paris at Juliet’s tomb? To lay down flowers, cry, and be sad Romeo gives Balthasar two reasons for entering the Capulet’s tomb. What are those two reasons? He wants to see Juliet’s face and take her ring. Why…
July 21, 2019
Romeo and Juliet Character Map
The Nurse Capulet servant and friend to Juliet who brings messages to and from Romeo Juliet The daughter of the wealthy Capulet family Tybalt Juliet’s cousin, who has a TEMPER. He kills Mercutio, and is killed by Romeo. Paris Juliet’s…
July 21, 2019