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Romeo and Juliet: Conflict between Social Institutions and Inner Self

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What is the primary catalyst for the tragic events in Romeo and Juliet?

Friar Laurence's well-intentioned plans
The love between Romeo and Juliet
The feud between the families (correct)
A series of coincidences

How does Shakespeare portray the link between love and violence in Romeo and Juliet?

Violence only arises due to external conflicts, not love
Love is never associated with violence in the play
Love always leads to peaceful resolutions
Love can be as blinding and overwhelming as hate (correct)

What does Juliet mean when she says, 'If all else fail, myself have power to die'?

Juliet is referring to her power over Romeo's life
Juliet is contemplating her own mortality
Juliet is hinting at the theme of suicide as a last resort (correct)
Juliet expresses her fear of death

What is the main reason behind Romeo and Juliet's willingness to engage in a double suicide?

To prove their love's strength (A) Signup and view all the answers

How does hate manifest in Romeo and Juliet as per Shakespeare's portrayal?

As a catalyst for violent actions and tragic outcomes (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main source of conflict for Romeo and Juliet in the play?

Social institutions opposing their love (D) Signup and view all the answers

According to the Chorus, Romeo and Juliet are considered ________.

Star-crossed (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does Romeo react to the belief that Juliet is dead?

Defies fate (D) Signup and view all the answers

What role does masculine honor play in the conflicts in Romeo and Juliet?

Causes brawls disrupting public peace (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does the concept of fate influence the outcome of Romeo and Juliet's story?

Leads to their tragic deaths (D) Signup and view all the answers

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