Knowledge Check: Romeo and Juliet Flashcards

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Who tries to stop the fight in Act 1 scene 1?

A

The Prince tries to stop the fight.

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Who becomes angry in Act 1 scene 5 when he sees Romeo?

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Tybalt becomes angry.

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Who is up early picking herbs at the beginning of Act II?

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Romeo is out early picking herbs at the beginning of Act II.

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What is the name of the servant who accompanies the Nurse to meet Romeo in Act II scene 4?

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The name of the servant is Peter.

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Which character describes himself as a grave man?

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Mercutio describes himself as a “grave man”.

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What is Juliet’s reaction when she meets Paris at Friar Lawrence’s cell?

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She deliberately ignores him.

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Who goes to wake Juliet on her wedding day?

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Lady Capulet goes to wake Juliet.

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Who warns Romeo to leave early for Mantua after his wedding night in Act III?

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The Friar wants Romeo to leave to Mantua after his wedding night.

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What is Juliet’s reaction when she meets Paris at Friar’s Lawrence’s cell?

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She avoids giving Paris a response and deliberately ignores him.

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Who goes to wake Juliet for her wedding day?

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Her Mother goes to wake Juliet.

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Who accompanies Romeo to the Capulet’s tomb?

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Mercutio accompanies Romeo to the Capulet’s tomb.

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Who instructs Friar Lawrence to explain what has happened?

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Friar Lawrence is instructed by

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Describe Romeo’s feelings for Rosaline at the beginning of the play.

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Romeo’s feelings for Rosaline are Petrarchan. They seem genuine but as soon as he meets Juliet, they disappear.

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How is the theme of violence introduced in Act 1?

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It is introduced with a street fight.

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What sources of light do the lovers use to describe each other?

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They use torches.

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Who first introduces the theme of marriage in Act II?

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Romeo first introduces the theme of marriage.

17
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What is Lady Capulet’s tone when she speaks to Juliet of Paris’s proposal?

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Her tone is strict.

18
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How does Capulet react when Juliet says she does not wish to marry Paris?

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He reacts angrily.

19
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What major theme does “what must be shall be” refer to?

A

Fate and free will.

20
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What images does Juliet connect to which theme when she is in the tomb?

A

She uses images connected to death.

21
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Why is Verona a suitable setting for the play?

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It was a wealthy and romantic place. Shakespeare believed that murderous love affairs took place there.

22
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How does the Prince describe the feuding at the end of the play?

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He describes the feuding as pointless and unnecessary.