Act 1 Scene 5 Flashcards
How does Tybalt recognize Romeo
Tybalt recognizes Romeo’s voice
Explain covered with an antic face
Romeo, like everyone else, is wearing a funny (‘antic’) mask
For what reason does Tybalt think Romeo has come to the party
Tybalt thinks Romeo has come to sneer at and mock their ceremonies
What does Capulet mean when he says ‘wherefore storm you so? ‘
Why are you speaking so angrily
How does Capulet describe Romeo
He says that Romeo behaves like a dignified gentleman. He has a good reputation in Verona. He is an honest and well behaved young man
What does Capulet advise Tybalt to do
Capulet warns Tybalt not to cause a disturbance at his party
How does Tybalt react
Tybalt is angry and says that he will not allow Romeo to stay
What is Capulet’s response
Capulet is annoyed that Tybalt should argue with him and belittles him. Telling him that he is too big for his boots. He says that he is cheeky.
Explain what is happening in lines 84-87(‘Marry tis time… my hearts’)
Capulet is distracted by the dancers, and his speech shifts between them and Tybalt.
The incident has serious consequences later in the play. Explain why
Tybalt feels insulted and angry. The next day, he seeks revenge on Romeo for the insult he perceives as Romeo’s fault. When Romeo refuses to fight because he’s married to Juliet, Mercutio fights in his place and is killed. Enraged, Romeo kills Tybalt, leading to his own exile, leading to the final tragedy.
