act 3 scene 1 Flashcards
1
Q
At the beginning of the scene, why does Benvolio think that there will be a fight?
A
Because it’s hot outside and people in the hot become hot-blooded
2
Q
Why won’t Romeo fight Tybalt?
A
Because Romeo and Tybalt are now cousins by law
3
Q
Why does Mercutio think Romeo refuses to fight?
A
Romeo is scared, which angers Mercutio
4
Q
Why does Mercutio keep repeating, “A plague o’ both your houses”?
A
He is cursing their families because they caused his death
5
Q
What does Romeo say that Juliet’s love has done to him?
A
It’s made him weak to her family, soft, womanly
6
Q
What is Romeo’s punishment for killing Tybalt?
A
Romeo is banished from Verona
