| Why does Mercutio decide to fight Tybalt? | He is ashamed that Romeo will not defend his own honor and so defends it for him |
| Why does Romeo finally kill Tybalt? | He avenges the death of Mercutio |
| What penalty does Prince Escalus decree for Romeo after Tybalt’s death? | He will be banished from Verona. If he returns, he will pay with his life. |
| Who tells Juliet of Tybalt’s death? | The Nurse. |
| Where does Romeo go to hide after he kills Tybalt? | Friar Lawrence’s cell. |
| What sensible advice does the Friar give when Romeo threatens to kill himself? | Be patient, be thankful for what he has. |
| What do Friar Lawrence and the Nurse do to help Romeo before he goes to Mantua? | To meet and spend the night with his bride |
| What does Capulet say he will do if Juliet does not marry Parris? | He will disown her and throw her out into the streets |
| What advice does the nurse give Juliet? What reasons does she give? | To forget Romeo and marry Paris who is better anyway. |
| To whom does Juliet go for help? | Friar Lawrence |
| What days of the week are covered in Act 3 | Monday and Tuesday |
Romeo and Juliet Act 3 Study Guide
July 7, 2019