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Who is married to Lord Capulet?
Who is married to Lord Capulet?
Lady Capulet
Who is Capulet's daughter?
Who is Capulet's daughter?
Juliet
Who is Juliet's cousin and the Capulet's nephew?
Who is Juliet's cousin and the Capulet's nephew?
Tybalt
Who are Sampson and Gregory servants of?
Who are Sampson and Gregory servants of?
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Who is Paris?
Who is Paris?
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Who is Escalus?
Who is Escalus?
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Who is Lady Montague married to?
Who is Lady Montague married to?
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Who is the Montagues' child?
Who is the Montagues' child?
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Who is Romeo's cousin?
Who is Romeo's cousin?
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Who are Abraham and Balthasar to Montague?
Who are Abraham and Balthasar to Montague?
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Who is Mercutio?
Who is Mercutio?
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On what day does the play start?
On what day does the play start?
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On what day does the play end?
On what day does the play end?
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Study Notes
Capulet Family
- Lady Capulet is married to Lord Capulet, the head of the Capulet family.
- Juliet is the only daughter of Capulet, central to the play's plot.
- Tybalt is Juliet’s cousin and a fierce defender of the Capulet name.
- Servants Sampson and Gregory serve the Capulet family, often providing comic relief.
Paris and Prince Escalus
- Paris, a young count, is in love with Juliet and is related to Prince Escalus, the ruler of Verona.
- Prince Escalus is a kinsman to both Paris and Mercutio, acting as a peacekeeping authority in the play.
Montague Family
- Lady Montague is married to Lord Montague, the patriarch of the Montague family.
- Romeo is the only child of the Montagues, deeply in love with Juliet.
- Benvolio is Romeo’s cousin and a key character who seeks to maintain peace.
- Abraham and Balthasar are servants of the Montague family, contributing to the storyline.
Key Characters
- Mercutio is Romeo’s close friend known for his wit and humor, adding depth to the male friendships.
Timeline of Events
- The play begins on a Sunday, setting the stage for the ensuing drama.
- The events of the play conclude by Thursday, highlighting the rapid progression of the storyline.
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