Questions and Answers
What is Mercutio's mood in Scene 1?
as hot as the weather
When Tybalt enters, how does Mercutio behave?
baits Tybalt with aggressive and belligerent comments on purpose
What does Tybalt call Romeo to insult him in a duel?
a villain
How does Tybalt kill Mercutio?
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Who explains to the Prince the events leading to the death of Mercutio and Tybalt?
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Why does the Prince say 'My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding'?
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What does the Prince decree because of the two deaths?
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How does Shakespeare handle the problem of removing the two dead bodies from the stage?
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Why is Juliet's soliloquy in Scene 2 an example of dramatic irony?
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What is Juliet's reaction to the Nurse telling her what happened?
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When Juliet sends the Nurse to find Romeo, what does she ask her to give him?
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What is Romeo's reaction to the Prince's sentence?
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How does the Nurse mislead Romeo about Juliet?
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What does Friar Laurence rebuke Romeo for, reminding him to be grateful for?
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"Thou has quarreled with a man for coughing in the street because he hath wakened thy dog that hath lain asleep in the sun." is an example of what?
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Study Notes
Mercutio and Tybalt
- Mercutio's mood in Scene 1 is fiery, matching the hot weather.
- Upon Tybalt's entrance, Mercutio provocatively taunts him, escalating the tension.
- Tybalt refers to Romeo as a "villain" to provoke him into a duel.
- In a crucial duel moment, Tybalt kills Mercutio by stabbing him from behind Romeo.
Aftermath of the Duel
- Benvolio narrates the events surrounding the deaths of Mercutio and Tybalt to Prince Escalus.
- Prince Escalus is infuriated, stating "My blood for your rude brawls doth lie a-bleeding," since Mercutio is related to him.
- The consequence of the deaths leads to Romeo's banishment from Verona.
Juliet's Perspective
- Juliet's soliloquy in Scene 2 contains dramatic irony, as the audience knows happiness will elude her.
- Initially, Juliet condemns Romeo upon hearing the news but later defends him when the Nurse criticizes him.
Romeo's Banishment
- Juliet sends the Nurse to retrieve a ring for Romeo, symbolizing her love and connection.
- Romeo reacts to his banishment with extreme emotion, threatening suicide out of despair.
Nurse's Information
- The Nurse mistakenly leads Romeo to believe that Juliet has gone mad from Tybalt’s death.
- Friar Laurence reprimands Romeo, emphasizing gratitude that Juliet is alive and that he himself has not been condemned to death, since Tybalt was the one who died.
Literary Elements
- Mercutio's quote compares petty quarrels to trivial disputes, demonstrating his sharp wit and criticism of violence, exemplifying Shakespeare's use of blank verse.
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These flashcards cover key details from Act 3, Scenes 1-3 of Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet'. Test your understanding of character moods, actions, and pivotal moments in this dramatic act. Perfect for students preparing for exams or discussions about this classic play.
