Romeo and juliet act 1 Flashcards
Who are the Montagues?
Romeos father and enemy of Capulet
Who are the capulets?
Father of Juliet
According to the prologue, what will ultimately end the feud between the families?
The deaths of Romeo and Juliet
Why is Romeo sad at the beginning of the play?
The maid, Rosaline
What is Romeo’s view of love?
its a liberating force
What advice does Benvolio give to Romeo to help him get over Rosaline?
to forget Rosaline and gaze upon other beauties
What traits describe Benvolio?
peacemaker, a problem-solver, a counselor who provides a voice of reason, a good friend, and a trustworthy character.
What traits describe the Capulet servant who delivered the invitations?
cant read
What extended metaphor is used to describe Paris?
a beautiful book of love
Who is Queen Mab?
Fairys midwife
What does Queen Mab do?
delivers sleeping men of their innermost wishes in the form of dreams
Why does Lord Capulet forbid Tybalt from attacking Romeo at the party?
this was a party attacking would ruin their reputation
What metaphor is used to describe Romeo and Juliet’s attraction and kiss?
his sins are “purged”
