RJ Quotes - Conflict

Question 1

Whys: 1

Answer 1

Shakespeare emphasises the futility of conflict, stressing how the feud between the two families continues out of a stubborn refusal to forgive or seek forgiveness, rather than for genuine irreconcilable differences.

Question 2

Whys: 2

Answer 2

Throughout the play, Shakespeare highlights how quickly violence spreads, ultimately infiltrating every aspect of society.

Question 3

Why 3:

Answer 3

He explores how young people are pulled into old conflicts and made to suffer the consequences.

Question 4

What are adjectives used to describe the conflict?

Answer 4

Petty
Violent
Generational
Escalating
Fatal

Question 5

What sub-themes are relevant?

Answer 5

Hatred
Honour
Masculinity
Pride
Revenge
Miscommunication

Question 6

“Do you bite your thumb at us, sir?”

Answer 6

Sampson, Act 1 Scene 1
Petty insult starts a major brawl. Shows how deeply conflict is rooted in pride and provocation.

Question 7

“What, drawn, and talk of peace! I hate the word.”

Answer 7

Tybalt, Act 1 Scene 1
Tybalt embodies the violence and hatred at the heart of the feud. Peace is mocked and rejected.

Question 8

“That I must love a loathed enemy.”

Answer 8

Juliet, Act 1 Scene 5
Juliet is caught between love and family loyalty. This internal conflict drives much of the play.

Question 9

Now, by the stock and honour of my kin, to strike him dead I hold it not a sin.”

Answer 9

Act 1 Scene 5
Tybalt sees violence as justified when defending family honour. Shows how conflict is seen as virtue in their society

Question 10

“Immediately we do exile him hence.”

Answer 10

Act 3 Scene 1
Prince Escalus banishes Romeo after he kills Tybalt. Shows attempts to restore order, but also how violence leads to more loss.

Question 11

“All are punished.”

Answer 11

Act 5 Scene 3
The Prince’s final words sum up the result of unchecked conflict: no side wins, and everyone suffers. A powerful condemnation of cyclical violence.