Romeo And Juliet Key Terms Flashcards
What is a Soliloquy
A soliloquy is a speech in a play in which an actor speaks to himself or
herself and to the audience, rather than to another actor.
What are Tragic protagonists
The main characters of a tragic play
What is antagonist
An opponent or enemy
What is an extended metaphor
A metaphor that is developed in great detail.
What is hubris
Arrogant pride
What is unrequited love
Loving someone who doesn’t love you back
What is Dramatic irony
The implications of a situation, speech, etc, are understood by
the audience but not by the characters in the play.
What is a Monologue
A monologue is a long speech which is spoken by one person.
What is a Impetuous
To act quickly and suddenly without thinking or being careful.
Volatile
A situation that is volatile is likely to change suddenly and unexpectedly.
