Romeo and Juliet language questions. Flashcards
Would you describe Romeo and Juliet as a tragedy, a comedy or a history play?
A tragedy.
What are the words spoken by the characters in a play called?
Dialogue.
What type of verse does Shakespeare mainly write in?
He writes mainly in blank verse.
Over how many days does the action of Romeo and Juliet take place?
It takes place over the course of a few short days.
What is a soliloquy?
A soliloquy is a speech that a character makes while alone on stage.
What is the difference between a simile and a metaphor?
A simile uses like whereas a metaphor doesn’t.
What type of language feature is this?
An oxymoron is used.
Which character can be recognised by their use of fanciful, spirited language and talk of dreams?
Mercutio.