Questions and Answers
What is Juliet doing at the beginning of this scene?
She is waiting for Romeo to come up the rope ladder and she finally wants to be in his arms.
How does Juliet first interpret the Nurse's news that 'he's dead'?
That Romeo is dead.
What does Juliet say about Romeo after the Nurse tells her that Romeo killed Tybalt?
She is relieved that it wasn't Romeo who was dead but she was disappointed that he killed Tybalt.
How does Juliet react when the Nurse criticizes Romeo?
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What upsets Juliet worse than the death of Tybalt?
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Where is Romeo hiding?
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What does Juliet ask the Nurse to do?
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Study Notes
Juliet's Emotions
- Juliet eagerly awaits Romeo, longing for his presence as she wishes to be in his arms.
- Initially interprets the Nurse's news of Tybalt's death as Romeo's demise.
Reaction to Tybalt's Death
- Upon learning that Tybalt was killed by Romeo, Juliet feels conflicted; she is relieved Romeo is alive but disappointed by his violence against Tybalt.
Defense of Romeo
- When the Nurse criticizes Romeo, Juliet defends him passionately, expressing her deeper love for him over Tybalt, reinforcing her loyalty to Romeo.
Greater Tragedy
- The banishment of Romeo deeply troubles Juliet, overshadowing even her grief over Tybalt's death.
Romeo's Location
- Romeo is hiding in Friar Lawrence's cell, seeking refuge after the altercation with Tybalt.
Juliet's Request
- Juliet urges the Nurse to find Romeo and deliver her ring as a symbol of her enduring love, indicating her desire to maintain their bond despite the turmoil.
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Test your knowledge on Act 3 Scene 2 of 'Romeo and Juliet'. This quiz focuses on Juliet's emotions, her reactions to the Nurse's news, and key events of the scene. Dive into the complexities of love and conflict in this pivotal moment of the play.
