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Why does Tybalt get enraged when he sees Romeo at the Capulet feast?
Why does Tybalt get enraged when he sees Romeo at the Capulet feast?
What is Romeo's initial reaction upon seeing Juliet at the feast?
What is Romeo's initial reaction upon seeing Juliet at the feast?
Why does Romeo decide to seek Friar Laurence's help?
Why does Romeo decide to seek Friar Laurence's help?
What is Juliet's reaction when she learns that Romeo is a Montague?
What is Juliet's reaction when she learns that Romeo is a Montague?
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How does Mercutio react to Romeo's sudden affection for Juliet?
How does Mercutio react to Romeo's sudden affection for Juliet?
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What is the reason behind Tybalt challenging Romeo to a duel?
What is the reason behind Tybalt challenging Romeo to a duel?
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How does Mercutio end up getting killed in the story?
How does Mercutio end up getting killed in the story?
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What is Friar Laurence's plan to reunite Juliet with Romeo in Mantua?
What is Friar Laurence's plan to reunite Juliet with Romeo in Mantua?
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Why does Juliet decide to disregard the Nurse's advice about marrying Paris?
Why does Juliet decide to disregard the Nurse's advice about marrying Paris?
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What is the Prince's punishment for Romeo after the events involving Tybalt's death?
What is the Prince's punishment for Romeo after the events involving Tybalt's death?
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Study Notes
Romeo and Juliet's Story Unfolds
- Juliet agrees to consider marrying Paris, but Romeo falls in love with her at a Capulet feast.
- Romeo forgets about Rosaline and is smitten with Juliet, but their families are sworn enemies.
- Tybalt recognizes Romeo and wants to attack, but Capulet intervenes.
- Romeo and Juliet share a kiss, unaware of each other's identities.
The Lovers' Secret Marriage
- Romeo learns Juliet's identity and becomes distraught, but Friar Laurence agrees to marry them in secret.
- Romeo and Juliet exchange vows of love and marry in secret.
- The Nurse helps the couple by procuring a ladder for their wedding night.
Mercutio's Death and Romeo's Banishment
- Tybalt challenges Romeo to a duel, but Mercutio takes his place and is killed by Tybalt.
- Romeo kills Tybalt in a rage and is banished from Verona by the Prince.
- Friar Laurence arranges for Romeo to spend his wedding night with Juliet before leaving for Mantua.
Juliet's Dilemma
- Juliet learns of Tybalt's death and Romeo's banishment, but remains loyal to her husband.
- Her father plans for her to marry Paris in three days, but Juliet is unsure what to do.
- The Nurse advises Juliet to marry Paris, but she disregards this advice and turns to Friar Laurence for help.
Friar Laurence's Plan
- Friar Laurence concocts a plan to reunite Juliet with Romeo in Mantua.
- Juliet must drink a potion to appear dead, then be rescued from the Capulet crypt by Friar Laurence and Romeo.
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Test your knowledge of the events that unfold in Act 1 Scene 5 of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet. From the feast at the Capulet's house to Romeo and Juliet falling in love at first sight, see how well you remember this iconic scene.
