Romeo and Juliet Act 1: Scenes 2-5 Quiz

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What suit does Paris bring to Capulet in Scene 2?

He wants to marry Juliet.

How old is Juliet?

Juliet is 13 years old.

What are Capulet's thoughts about allowing Juliet to marry?

Capulet feels that Juliet is too young to get married.

Why is Capulet willing to take Juliet's feelings into consideration?

Capulet says that all of his other children have died, so Juliet, his jewel, gets more indulgence. Signup and view all the answers

Why is the Capulet servant upset about having been given a list of party guests to find?

He is unable to read. Signup and view all the answers

What does Benvolio want to do at the party?

Benvolio wants to perform a side-by-side comparison of Rosaline's beauty with other girls at the party. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Romeo agree to go to the party?

He only begrudgingly agrees so that he can stare at Rosaline. Signup and view all the answers

What does Romeo want to happen to his eyes if they find someone other than Rosaline desirable at the party?

He wants his tears to turn to fire for lying to him. Signup and view all the answers

Explain the Nurse's two stories about Juliet as a toddler.

One story is about how the Nurse got Juliet to stop breastfeeding by putting wormwood on her nipples. The second story is about when Juliet fell and her husband commented that she'd fall on her back when she gets married. Signup and view all the answers

Does Lady Capulet want Juliet to love Paris?

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What is Juliet's reaction to her mother's request regarding Paris?

Juliet says she will look at him but will not view him like a prize. Signup and view all the answers

According to Mercutio, who or what is Queen Mab?

Queen Mab is the fairies' midwife who delivers fairy babies and dreams to people. Signup and view all the answers

What does Romeo say about the value of dreams?

He believes dreams hold the secrets of his fate and destiny. Signup and view all the answers

What does Mercutio say about the value of dreams?

He believes that dreams are meaningless and nonsensical. Signup and view all the answers

What did Romeo dream at the end of scene 4?

He dreamt that he goes to a party where something will lead to his death. Signup and view all the answers

When Romeo first sees Juliet, what terms does he use to describe her?

She is beautiful, like the sun and fire. Signup and view all the answers

How does Tybalt recognize Romeo?

By his voice. Signup and view all the answers

What does Capulet say to Tybalt when he is ready to seize Romeo?

"Just forget about it. Ignore him." Signup and view all the answers

How does Romeo find out Juliet's last name?

The nurse tells him. Signup and view all the answers

How does Juliet find out Romeo's last name?

The nurse tells her. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Suitor for Juliet

Paris seeks to marry Juliet, demonstrating the importance of marriage in their society.

Juliet’s Age and Marriage Perspectives

Juliet is 13, and Lord Capulet believes she is too young for marriage.
Capulet suggests Juliet should wait two more years, yet remains open to her marrying Paris sooner if she chooses.

Capulet’s Attitude Towards Juliet’s Choice

Lord Capulet's consideration of Juliet's feelings is progressive for the time, as arranged marriages were the norm.
Capulet indulges Juliet because she is his only surviving child, valuing her input.

Capulet Servant's Challenge

The servant is frustrated because he cannot read the guest list he was given for the party, highlighting themes of literacy and class.

Benvolio’s Motivation for Crashing the Party

Benvolio wants Romeo to compare Rosaline with other beautiful women at the party.
Romeo reluctantly agrees, harboring feelings of unattainable love for Rosaline.

Romeo’s Emotional Nature

Romeo concerns his eyes will weep fire if he finds another attractive woman, indicating his deep emotional intensity and foreshadowing future impulsiveness.

Nurse's Stories About Juliet

The Nurse recalls using wormwood to wean Juliet off breastfeeding.
She also recounts a humorous moment when Juliet fell, foreshadowing notions of marriage.

Lady Capulet’s Aspirations for Juliet

She desires Juliet to fall in love with Paris, likening him to an exquisite book whose cover is Juliet.

Juliet’s Response to Her Mother

Juliet agrees to meet Paris but insists she won't view him as a prize, showing her practicality and obedience.

Mercutio's View on Queen Mab

Mercutio describes Queen Mab as the fairy midwife delivering dreams, suggesting dreams are reflective of personal thoughts and feelings.

Romeo’s Beliefs About Dreams

Romeo perceives dreams as revealing his fate, valuing them highly, reflecting his romantic and fate-driven nature.

Mercutio’s Disregard for Dreams

In contrast, Mercutio deems dreams as nonsensical, emphasizing his more pragmatic outlook on life.

Romeo’s Ominous Dream

Romeo dreams of a party that could lead to actions resulting in his death.
His belief in fate indicates a spontaneous character who often acts on feelings rather than reason.

First Impression of Juliet

Upon seeing Juliet, Romeo is struck by her beauty, comparing her to the sun and fire, an indication of his romantic idealism.

Tybalt’s Recognition of Romeo

Tybalt identifies Romeo by his voice, illustrating the tension between the two families.

Capulet's Intervention with Tybalt

Capulet prevents Tybalt from confronting Romeo, respecting Romeo’s positive reputation in the community.
Tybalt is angered by Capulet’s defense of Romeo, stressing family loyalty and conflict.

Discovering Each Other’s Identities

Both Romeo and Juliet learn of each other's last names through the Nurse, setting the stage for impending tragedy.

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Test your knowledge of Act 1, Scenes 2-5 of Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet'. This quiz covers key details such as characters, their motivations, and important events in the early part of the play. Perfect for those studying literature or preparing for class discussions.