RJ Quotes - Paris

Question 1

What is the 1st why for Paris and why?

Answer 1

Paris represents social expectations of arranged marriage and how women were treated as possessions.

Question 2

What is the 2nd why for Paris and why?

Answer 2

His polite and respectful behaviour masks a lack of emotional connection with Juliet, showing love based on status.

Question 3

What is the 3rd why for Paris and why?

Answer 3

His death is a reminder that those who follow society’s rules can still become victims of its violence

Question 4

What are adjectives used to describe Paris?

Answer 4

Respectful
Arrogant
Entitled
Polished

Question 5

What themes are relevant to Paris?

Answer 5

Marriage, Class, Possession, Honour, Tragedy

Question 6

“Younger than she are happy mothers made.”

Answer 6

Act 1 Scene 2
Paris justifies marrying Juliet early, reflecting social norms that prioritised young women’s obedience and motherhood.

Question 7

“Thy face is mine, and thou hast slandered it.”

Answer 7

Act 4 Scene 1
Paris claims ownership over Juliet’s beauty. His language reveals a disturbing sense of entitlement.

Question 8

“O, I am slain! If thou be merciful, open the tomb.”

Answer 8

Act 5 Scene 3
His dying wish is to be laid beside Juliet. While tragic, it also shows his romanticisation of love without true intimacy.