Romeo and Juliet

Question 1

Metaphor

Answer 1

A comparison without using like or as

Question 2

Simile

Answer 2

A comparison using like or as

Question 3

Sonnet

Answer 3

A verse consisting of 14 lines which has a fixed rhyme scheme

Question 4

Theme Family and Obligation

Answer 4

Many of the tragic event in Rome and Juliet come from the characters’ desire to serve their families. Even when Romeo and Juliet meet they realise their opposing families is enough to threaten the future of their relationship.

Question 5

Theme - Defying Authority

Answer 5

Romeo and Juliet defy their families rivalry especially going against their parents. Both the Montague and Capulet families are constantly in contest leading to multiple deaths.

Question 6

Theme / Violence and death

Answer 6

Throughout the entire play, Mercutio killed by Tybalt, Tybalt killed by Romeo, Paris killed by Romeo, Romeo and Juliet kill themselves. Never ending violence and death.

Question 7

Theme - Fate

Answer 7

The main characters’ fate was already decided from the start due to the fatal flaws and circumstances. Had the letter arrived maybe they would have survived.

Question 8

Verona, Italy

Answer 8

Setting

Question 9

Capulet Colour

Answer 9

Red

Question 10

Montague Colour

Answer 10

Blue

Question 11

Prologues Importance

Answer 11

Sets the context of the play and gives its initial addresses. It foreshadows what will happen in the play which creates tension for the watcher. It displays altruistic and violent values for the play.

Question 12

Metaphors in Romeo and Juliet

Answer 12

“Juliet is Sun.” (Romeo)

“Tybalt you rat catcher.” (Mercutio)

Question 13

Quotes - Family and Honour

Answer 13

“Romeo why ought thou Montague.”Juliet

Question 14

Quote - Death and Violence

Answer 14

“How can I live without thy Romeo” Juliet