Romeo and Juliet Quote Translation Flashcards

Key Quotes from "Romeo and Juliet"

Benvolio's Mediation: Urges combatants to put away their swords, emphasizing the foolishness of their actions, highlighting his character as a peacekeeper.
Benvolio's Role: Claims his intention is to maintain peace and urges others to handle their swords responsibly.
Prince Escalus's Ultimatum: Threatens death to anyone who disturbs the peace again, establishing the severity of conflict in Verona.
Benvolio's Counsel to Romeo: Encourages Romeo to explore other beauties, suggesting the idea of moving on from unrequited love.
Benvolio's Persuasion Tactics: Suggests that Romeo compare his love with others, emphasizing that perception can change based on perspective.
Nurse's Affection: Reflects on Juliet's childhood and expresses her wish to see Juliet happily married, showcasing the Nurse's maternal role.
Juliet's Reserved Interest: States her willingness to consider love for Romeo but remains under her mother's approval, indicating her obedience and cautious nature.
Romeo's Foreboding: Expresses anxiety about attending the party, sensing that it may lead to dire consequences, showcasing his romantic and superstitious character.
Romeo's First Impressions: Compares Juliet's beauty to a bright jewel, illustrating his immediate infatuation and the play's theme of love at first sight.
Juliet's Internal Conflict: Realizes she loves Romeo, a member of her family's enemy, emphasizing the play's exploration of love versus loyalty.
Romeo's Longing: Expresses his deep emotional connection to Juliet, signifying the strong bond established through their love.
Romeo’s Admiration of Juliet: Compares her to the sun, illustrating her importance and radiance in his eyes, reinforcing the motif of light versus dark.
Juliet’s Name Dilemma: Questions the significance of names, expressing that Romeo's identity as a Montague is a barrier to their love, highlighting themes of identity and conflict.
Juliet's Perspective on Identity: Contemplates the irrelevance of names to true identity, underscoring the play’s exploration of love transcending social boundaries.
Benvolio’s Assurance: Declares that Romeo will respond to a challenge, highlighting the themes of friendship and loyalty amidst the conflicts presented.