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What metaphor does Romeo use to describe Juliet when he first sees her on the balcony?
What metaphor does Romeo use to describe Juliet when he first sees her on the balcony?
Why does Romeo wish he were a glove upon Juliet's hand?
Why does Romeo wish he were a glove upon Juliet's hand?
What does Juliet mean when she says, 'What's in a name? That which we call a rose By any other word would smell as sweet'?
What does Juliet mean when she says, 'What's in a name? That which we call a rose By any other word would smell as sweet'?
Why does Romeo find his own name hateful?
Why does Romeo find his own name hateful?
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What effect does Romeo believe Juliet's beauty would have on the night?
What effect does Romeo believe Juliet's beauty would have on the night?
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What does Romeo mean by saying 'I have night’s cloak to hide me from their eyes'?
What does Romeo mean by saying 'I have night’s cloak to hide me from their eyes'?
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Why does Juliet caution Romeo against swearing by the moon?
Why does Juliet caution Romeo against swearing by the moon?
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What does Juliet propose as a next step in their relationship?
What does Juliet propose as a next step in their relationship?
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How does Romeo express his desire to be close to Juliet?
How does Romeo express his desire to be close to Juliet?
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What does Romeo express about their parting?
What does Romeo express about their parting?
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Study Notes
Romeo's Description of Juliet
- Romeo uses a metaphor to describe Juliet as a "winged messenger of heaven"
- He wishes Juliet's eyes would kill him, implying her beauty is so intense it could be fatal
- Romeo compares Juliet to an angel, suggesting she is divine and otherworldly
- He wishes he were a glove upon Juliet's hand, implying he wants to be close to her and possess her
Juliet's Reaction and Response
- Juliet reacts with surprise and fright when she realizes Romeo is nearby
- She wishes Romeo would deny his name, suggesting she wants him to reject his family identity
- Juliet questions the significance of a name, saying "What's in a name? That which we call a rose / By any other word would smell as sweet"
- She reacts with concern when she realizes Romeo's true identity, fearing her kinsmen's discovery of him
Romeo's Justification and Response
- Romeo justifies his presence in Juliet's orchard, saying he had to see her
- He responds to Juliet's concern about her kinsmen by saying he has "night's cloak to hide me from their eyes"
- Romeo explains that he found Juliet's location by following her voice, which he compares to a falconer's voice
Juliet's Caution and Proposals
- Juliet cautions Romeo against swearing by the moon, implying it is untrustworthy
- She suggests Romeo should express his love through actions, not words
- Juliet proposes that they should meet again, and she will send someone to him to arrange a next step
- She agrees to send someone to Romeo at nine o'clock the next morning
Conclusion and Parting
- Romeo expresses his willingness to do anything for Juliet
- Juliet compares Romeo's departure to a bird flying away
- Romeo compares lovers' voices to music
- Juliet expresses her feelings towards Romeo's presence, saying it is like having a bird on her hand
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Analyze the iconic Balcony Scene in Romeo and Juliet and explore its connections to modern adaptations like Taylor Swift's 'Love Story'. Test your knowledge of Shakespeare's masterpiece and its timeless themes of love and passion.
