R+J Fate/death Flashcards
1
Q
They are fated to be together and die
A
“A pair of star-crossed lovers take their life”
2
Q
What is message?
A
Fate is inescapable. Even towards the end of the play when Romeo supposedly takes control of his own fate, he still ends up doing what was fated from the beginning.
3
Q
Romeo defies fate
A
“I defy you stars” 5:1
4
Q
Romeo takes control of his fate
A
“Now at once run on the dashing rocks thy seasick weary bark!” 5:3
5
Q
Reference to Romeos fate- ship extended metaphor
A
“He that hath the steerage of my course, direct my sail!” 1:5
