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What penalty does Prince Escalus declare for further fighting between the Montagues and Capulets?
What penalty does Prince Escalus declare for further fighting between the Montagues and Capulets?
Romeo is initially depressed because he is in love with Juliet.
Romeo is initially depressed because he is in love with Juliet.
False
Who delivers the famous 'Queen Mab' speech?
Who delivers the famous 'Queen Mab' speech?
Mercutio
Romeo seeks out _________ to arrange his marriage to Juliet.
Romeo seeks out _________ to arrange his marriage to Juliet.
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Match the following characters to their actions:
Match the following characters to their actions:
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Why does Romeo get banished from Verona?
Why does Romeo get banished from Verona?
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Juliet willingly agrees to marry Paris after Romeo is banished.
Juliet willingly agrees to marry Paris after Romeo is banished.
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Where does Romeo go after being banished from Verona?
Where does Romeo go after being banished from Verona?
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Which of the following best describes the literary device 'soliloquy'?
Which of the following best describes the literary device 'soliloquy'?
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A 'theme' should always be expressed in a single word.
A 'theme' should always be expressed in a single word.
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What is the primary function of a 'complication' in a story?
What is the primary function of a 'complication' in a story?
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Figurative language, like metaphors and similes, used in literary works is called ______.
Figurative language, like metaphors and similes, used in literary works is called ______.
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What distinguishes 'dramatic irony' from other forms of irony?
What distinguishes 'dramatic irony' from other forms of irony?
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Irony always involves a humorous or laughable situation.
Irony always involves a humorous or laughable situation.
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Match the following literary devices with their descriptions:
Match the following literary devices with their descriptions:
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What is the purpose of using a 'metaphor' in writing?
What is the purpose of using a 'metaphor' in writing?
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Which of the following best describes a sonnet?
Which of the following best describes a sonnet?
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A quatrain is a three-line verse.
A quatrain is a three-line verse.
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What is a couplet?
What is a couplet?
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An ________ is a figure of speech that uses contrasting words or phrases for a balanced effect.
An ________ is a figure of speech that uses contrasting words or phrases for a balanced effect.
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Which literary device uses seemingly contradictory terms next to each other?
Which literary device uses seemingly contradictory terms next to each other?
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A double entendre always involves a political or historical reference.
A double entendre always involves a political or historical reference.
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What does the term 'foreshadow' mean in a literary context?
What does the term 'foreshadow' mean in a literary context?
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An ________ is an indirect reference to something or someone.
An ________ is an indirect reference to something or someone.
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Which of the following describes a soliloquy?
Which of the following describes a soliloquy?
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Which of the following characters is NOT present in Scene 1?
Which of the following characters is NOT present in Scene 1?
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Paris proposes marriage to Juliet in Scene 3.
Paris proposes marriage to Juliet in Scene 3.
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What is the famous speech delivered by Mercutio in Scene 4?
What is the famous speech delivered by Mercutio in Scene 4?
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Romeo, Benvolio, and Mercutio plan to crash the ______ ball.
Romeo, Benvolio, and Mercutio plan to crash the ______ ball.
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Match the following events with the scenes in which they occur:
Match the following events with the scenes in which they occur:
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Who does Romeo visit to arrange his marriage to Juliet?
Who does Romeo visit to arrange his marriage to Juliet?
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Juliet is unaware of Romeo's banishment when she learns of Tybalt's death
Juliet is unaware of Romeo's banishment when she learns of Tybalt's death
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What does Romeo buy in Mantua after learning of Juliet's death?
What does Romeo buy in Mantua after learning of Juliet's death?
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Study Notes
Act Summary
- Scene 1: Public brawl between Montagues and Capulets. Prince Escalus threatens death penalty for further fights. Romeo is depressed.
- Scene 2: Paris seeks Juliet's hand in marriage; Capulet invites him to a masquerade. Romeo and Benvolio learn of Capulet's party.
- Scene 3: Lady Capulet discusses Paris's proposal with Juliet; the Nurse reminisces about Juliet's childhood.
- Scene 4: Romeo, Benvolio, and Mercutio plan to attend Capulet's masquerade—Mercutio's Queen Mab speech.
- Scene 5: Romeo and Juliet meet at the party, unaware of each other's family feud. Tybalt notices Romeo but chooses not to act.
- Scene 1: Romeo sneaks into the Capulet orchard. Mercutio and Benvolio look for him.
- Scene 2: Romeo and Juliet confess love and decide to marry.
- Scene 3: Romeo seeks Friar Laurence's help to arrange marriage with Juliet.
- Scene 4: Tybalt challenges Romeo to a duel; Romeo plans marriage with Juliet. Nurse arranges plans for the marriage.
- Scene 5: Nurse relays Romeo's marriage plan to Juliet.
- Scene 6: Friar Laurence marries Romeo and Juliet.
- Scene 1: Tybalt kills Mercutio; Romeo kills Tybalt. Prince banishes Romeo from Verona.
- Scene 2: Juliet learns of Tybalt's death and Romeo's banishment.
- Scene 3: Friar Laurence advises Romeo to visit Juliet before leaving for Mantua.
- Scene 4: Capulet arranges Juliet's marriage to Paris, unaware of her secret marriage to Romeo.
- Scene 5: Romeo and Juliet say goodbye; Juliet refuses to marry Paris.
- Scene 1: Juliet seeks Friar Laurence's help with a potion to fake her death.
- Scene 2: Juliet agrees to marry Paris; wedding preparations begin.
- Scene 3: Juliet drinks a potion to appear dead.
- Scene 4: Capulets prepare for Juliet's wedding.
- Scene 5: Capulets discover Juliet "dead."
Further Events (Act 4 and 5)
- Act 4: Romeo learns of Juliet's apparent death. He buys poison to join her. Friar Laurence plans to rescue Juliet with a plan to reunite Romeo and Juliet.
- Act 5: Romeo learns the Friar's message was delayed. He plans to join Juliet. Paris confronts Romeo. Romeo kills Paris. Romeo drinks poison and dies beside Juliet. Juliet awakens and sees Romeo dead, she kills herself. Families reconcile after tragedy.
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This quiz covers the key events from the first act of Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet'. It highlights the public brawl between the Montagues and Capulets, the budding romance between Romeo and Juliet, and the challenges that arise from their families' feud. Test your knowledge of these pivotal scenes and their significance in the play.
