Romeo and Juliet practice test Flashcards
What is the character trait of Romeo?
Passionate, impulsive, romantic
Described as impetuous in his desire to be with Juliet.
What does Juliet desire most?
To be with Romeo; love
Juliet’s motivations are centered around her love for Romeo.
Characterize Friar Lawrence.
Wise, well-intentioned, secretive
He aims to unite the families through Romeo and Juliet’s marriage.
What is a defining trait of the Nurse?
Talkative, humorous, maternal
The Nurse seeks to see Juliet happy.
List the traits of Lord Montague.
- Concerned
- Authoritative
Lord Montague wishes to see Romeo succeed and uphold family honor.
What character trait describes Lady Montague?
Peace-loving, caring
Her devotion is to keep Romeo safe and away from violence.
How is Lord Capulet characterized?
Authoritative, temperamental, proud
He aims to control Juliet’s future and maintain family status.
What is Lady Capulet’s primary focus?
To see Juliet marry well
She is described as distant and obedient.
Describe Prince Escalus’s character traits.
Just, authoritative, strict
His goal is to maintain peace in Verona.
What does Paris want?
To marry Juliet
Paris is characterized as respectful, eager, and persistent.
Characterize Mercutio.
Witty, hot-headed, imaginative
He is a friend of Romeo who mocks love.
What trait defines Tybalt?
Aggressive, loyal, vengeful
Tybalt’s aim is to defend Capulet honor and fight Montagues.
How is Benvolio characterized?
Peaceful, rational, loyal
He strives to keep peace and support Romeo.
What is the definition of dramatic irony?
When the audience knows something the characters do not
Example: Juliet is married to Romeo when her parents arrange her marriage to Paris.
Define soliloquy.
A long speech delivered by a character alone on stage, revealing thoughts
Example: Juliet’s speech before drinking the potion.
What is a monologue?
A long speech by a character in the presence of others
Example: Mercutio’s Queen Mab speech.
What is a pun?
A play on words that exploits multiple meanings
Example: Mercutio’s line about being a ‘grave man.’
What is an aside?
A brief remark meant for the audience, not heard by other characters
Example: Romeo’s line about hearing more or speaking.
Define character foil.
A character that contrasts with another to highlight traits
Example: Tybalt’s aggression contrasts with Benvolio’s peacekeeping.
How do Rosaline and Juliet contrast?
Rosaline is indifferent to love, while Juliet is passionate and impulsive
This contrast highlights Juliet’s character development.
What is the primary flaw of Romeo?
Impulsiveness
This trait leads to his and Juliet’s deaths.
What role does dramatic irony play in the tragedy?
The audience knows Juliet is not dead, but Romeo does not
This creates tension and heightens the tragedy.
What causes suspense in the play?
- Tybalt challenging Romeo to a duel
- Juliet waking up as Romeo dies
- The letter failing to reach Romeo
Who is most at fault for the tragic ending?
- Friar Lawrence
- The Montague-Capulet feud
- Romeo
