Mercutio Flashcards
1
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A quote to show Mercutio is lively…
A
“You have dancing shoes, with nimble soles”
- Act1 Scene4
- When Romeo and Mercutio are at the ball, he asks Romeo to dance and Romeo replies with this quote. Implying he is eccentric and a contrast to Romeo.
2
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A quote to show Mercutio takes the piss…
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Calls Tybalt “King of Cats” and “Rat Catcher”.
- Act3 Scene1
- Mercutio makes a mockery of Tybalt, referencing him to a popular show at the time.
3
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A quote to show Mercutio is cynical…
A
“If love be rough with you, be rough with love”
- Act1 Scene4
- Mercutio is saying that love can cause great pain, so you must take control of love.
- Contrasts with Romeo’s view of love
4
Q
Who is Mercutio?
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- Romeo’s best friend
- a lively, talkative person who has lots of energy.
- advises and helps Romeo with love
- slain by Tybalt whilst defending Romeo’s honour
5
Q
A quote to show how Mercutio believes the feud is pointless…
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“A plague o’ both your houses”
- Act3 Scene1
- dies from Tybalt whilst defending Romeo’s honour. Quote implies he believes the feud is pointless.
