Romeo+Juliet Vocab Flashcards
1
Q
Soliloquy
A
A speech in a play where an actor speaks to themselves and the audience instead of another actor
2
Q
Tragic protagonist
A
The main character(s) of a tragic play.
3
Q
Antagonist
A
Opponent or enemy
4
Q
Extended metaphor
A
A metaphor that is developed in great detail.
5
Q
Hubris
A
Arrogant pride
6
Q
Unrequited love
A
Loving someone who doesn’t love you back
7
Q
Dramatic irony
A
When a situation, speech, etc. is understood by the audience but not by the characters in the play
8
Q
Monologue
A
A long speech spoken by one person.
9
Q
Impetuous
A
To act quickly and suddenly without thinking or being careful.
10
Q
Volatile
A
A situation that is likely to change suddenly and unexpectedly.
