RJ Quotes - Lord Capulet Flashcards
What is the 1st why for Lord Capulet and why?
Shakespeare explores the dangers of patriarchal power. Lord Capulet uses his authority to control Juliet, revealing the oppressive expectations placed on women in Renaissance society.
What is the 2nd why for Lord Capulet and why?
Capulet’s emotional outbursts reflect how pride and honour can drive destructive behaviour within families, fuelling the cycle of conflict.
What is the 3rd why for Lord Capulet and why?
Capulet’s inconsistency—being caring at first, then violent—exposes how deeply social expectations distort family relationships and affection.
What are adjectives used to describe Lord Capulet?
Authoritative
Volatile
Proud
Possessive
What themes are relevant to Lord Capulet?
Patriarchy, Honour, Family, Control, Anger, Appearance vs Reality
When was this quote stated and why is it important to the themes relevant to Lord Capulet?
“My child is yet a stranger in the world.”
Act 1 Scene 2
Said when Paris asks to marry Juliet. Capulet initially seems considerate, showing fatherly care. This contrasts later behaviour and reflects the theme of appearance vs reality.
When was this quote stated and why is it important to the themes relevant to Lord Capulet?
“And too soon marred are those so early made.”
Act 1 Scene 2
Capulet warns against marrying Juliet too young. This moment hints at a complex character who initially resists societal pressure but later gives in to it.
When was this quote stated and why is it important to the themes relevant to Lord Capulet?
“Hang thee, young baggage! Disobedient wretch!”
Act 3 Scene 5
After Juliet refuses to marry Paris, Capulet explodes with rage. This quote shows his violent, authoritarian side, reinforcing the theme of patriarchy and control.
When was this quote stated and why is it important to the themes relevant to Lord Capulet?
“And you be mine, I’ll give you to my friend; and you be not, hang, beg, starve, die in the streets.”
Act 3 Scene 5
Capulet threatens to disown Juliet, showing how love is conditional. His honour and pride override any emotional connection, revealing the destructive force of patriarchal values.
When was this quote stated and why is it important to the themes relevant to Lord Capulet?
“O brother Montague, give me thy hand.”
Act 5 Scene 3
Capulet finally reconciles with Montague after the death of their children. This moment symbolises the tragic cost of pride and conflict, tying back to themes of honour and forgiveness.
