Act 1 Scene 3 Flashcards

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LINES 1-7: At this stage, Juliet is obviously a very obedient young girl. What will make her go against her mother’s will?

A

Juliet’s love for Romeo and her wish to marry him will make her disobedient.

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LINES 8-62: Why do you think Shakespeare made the Nurse an amusing character?

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The Nurse forms a contrast to the tragedy of the story of the play.

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The Nurse talks about the bawdy aspects of love. Who will be concerned about the holy nature of love?

A

Friar Lawrence.

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What is the Nurse’s main wish for Juliet?

A

She wants Juliet to marry.

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LINES 63-106: What, at this stage, are Juliet’s feelings about marriage?

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Juliet supposes it is an honour to be asked to marry, but she has not give it much thought.

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What reasons does Lady Capulet give for saying that Juliet is not too young to marry?

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Girls younger than Juliet are already married. Lady Capulet herself was a mother at much the same age as Juliet is now.

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In your own words, and very briefly, sun up Lady Capulet’s description of Paris’s face?

A

Paris’s face is handsome.

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Juliet says that any feelings she may have for Paris will be guided by her mother’s wishes. Will she feel the same way after she has met Romeo?

A

No, Juliet will not feel the same way.

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