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Who speaks the prologue in Romeo and Juliet?
Who speaks the prologue in Romeo and Juliet?
Chorus
Who says, 'Part, fools! Put up your swords. You know not what you do.'?
Who says, 'Part, fools! Put up your swords. You know not what you do.'?
Benvolio
Who expresses hatred for the word 'peace' and says they hate all Montagues?
Who expresses hatred for the word 'peace' and says they hate all Montagues?
Tybalt
Who threatens the Montagues and Capulets with forfeiting their lives for disturbing the peace?
Who threatens the Montagues and Capulets with forfeiting their lives for disturbing the peace?
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Who advises Romeo to examine other beauties?
Who advises Romeo to examine other beauties?
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Who says, 'She hath not seen the change of fourteen years'?
Who says, 'She hath not seen the change of fourteen years'?
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Who states, 'Earth hath swallow'd all my hopes but she'?
Who states, 'Earth hath swallow'd all my hopes but she'?
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Who advises Romeo to take a new infection to his eye?
Who advises Romeo to take a new infection to his eye?
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Who tells Romeo, 'Compare her face with some that I shall show'?
Who tells Romeo, 'Compare her face with some that I shall show'?
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Who says, 'It is an honour that I dream not of.'?
Who says, 'It is an honour that I dream not of.'?
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Who describes a man as 'a man of wax'?
Who describes a man as 'a man of wax'?
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Who states, 'I'll look to like, if looking liking move'?
Who states, 'I'll look to like, if looking liking move'?
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Who says, 'True, I talk of dreams'?
Who says, 'True, I talk of dreams'?
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Who fears that something bad will happen at the party?
Who fears that something bad will happen at the party?
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Who exclaims, 'O, she doth teach the torches to burn bright!'?
Who exclaims, 'O, she doth teach the torches to burn bright!'?
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Who says, 'My life is my foe's debt'?
Who says, 'My life is my foe's debt'?
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Who declares, 'My only love sprung from my only hate!'?
Who declares, 'My only love sprung from my only hate!'?
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Who says, 'O blessed, blessed night!'?
Who says, 'O blessed, blessed night!'?
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Who advises that 'Wisely and slow; they stumble that run fast.'?
Who advises that 'Wisely and slow; they stumble that run fast.'?
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Who states, 'These violent delights have violent ends'?
Who states, 'These violent delights have violent ends'?
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Who expresses that 'my true love is grown to such excess'?
Who expresses that 'my true love is grown to such excess'?
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Study Notes
Prologue
- Introduces the tragedy of "Romeo and Juliet," highlighting the feud between two families and the doomed love of the protagonists.
- The phrase "star-crossed lovers" suggests fate plays a pivotal role in their demise.
Act I, Scene i
- Benvolio attempts to maintain peace during a street brawl, showing his desire for harmony.
- Tybalt expresses hatred for the Montagues, embodying the fierce animosity between families.
- Prince Escalus threatens death to anyone who disturbs the peace again, illustrating law enforcement intervention in feuds.
Act I, Scene ii
- Lord Capulet advises Paris to wait two more years before marrying Juliet, emphasizing her youth.
- Capulet describes Juliet as the only hope left in his life after the loss of other family members.
- Benvolio encourages Romeo to forget his unrequited love for Rosaline by seeking new romantic prospects.
Act I, Scene iii
- Juliet expresses her disinterest in marriage, indicating youth and familial pressure.
- The Nurse humorously describes Paris, comparing him to a "man of wax," hinting at her fondness for him.
- Lady Capulet presents Paris as a desirable match for Juliet, reinforcing societal expectations of marriage.
Act I, Scene iv
- Mercutio introduces themes of dreams and fantasies, warning Romeo of the dangers of romantic idealization.
- Romeo expresses anxiety about fate, sensing an ominous premonition regarding the night's events.
Act I, Scene v
- Romeo is captivated by Juliet's beauty, declaring she shines brighter than torches.
- Upon meeting, Juliet quotes Romeo's remarks on kissing, indicating a playful and flirtatious interaction.
- The revelation of their family identities sparks immediate turmoil in Romeo, who laments the conflict between their love and family allegiance.
Act II, Scene ii
- Romeo, entranced, likens Juliet to the sun, showcasing his deep infatuation.
- Juliet questions Romeo's identity and expresses her willingness to abandon her family name for love.
- The famous "What's in a name?" soliloquy highlights the insignificance of familial ties in the face of true love.
Act II, Scene iii
- Friar Lawrence critiques young love as superficial, emphasizing the need for genuine emotion.
- He agrees to help Romeo in secret, hopeful that their union could mend the families' feud.
Act II, Scene vi
- Friar Lawrence advises moderation in love, warning of the potential violent consequences of intense passions.
- He expresses hope for reconciling the families through Romeo and Juliet's love.
Closing Thoughts
- Throughout Acts I and II, themes of love, fate, violence, and social expectations are articulated through character interactions.
- The language reflects the emotional depth and urgency surrounding the characters' relationships, foreshadowing the tragedy to unfold.
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Explore the key themes and character dynamics in Act I of Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet'. This quiz covers the initial events that set the stage for the tragic love story, including family feuds, romantic interests, and the concept of fate. Test your knowledge of the characters and their motivations in this classic tragedy.
