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Who begs Mercutio to leave the streets of Verona because the Capulets might also be out on this extremely hot day?
Benvolio
Who comes to the public square looking for a fight with Romeo?
Tybalt
What does Mercutio call Tybalt?
Good King of Cats
How does Tybalt insult Romeo and try to get him to fight him?
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Why won't Romeo fight Tybalt?
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Why does Mercutio fight Tybalt?
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How is Mercutio killed?
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Why does Romeo kill Tybalt?
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Who tells the prince about the murders?
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What is Romeo's punishment?
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What day is it in Scene 3?
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Where did Romeo run to hide after the murder of Tybalt?
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How does he react to the news that he is banished from Verona?
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Who tells him that the Prince has banished him?
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What upsets Romeo the most about being banished?
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What reasons does the Friar give Romeo for being happy?
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What does the Nurse give to Romeo?
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Where is Romeo to go before daybreak?
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On what day does Lord Capulet plan for Juliet to be married to Paris?
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Who is to tell Juliet the 'good news' concerning her future marriage to Paris?
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On what day does Scene 5 take place?
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What is significant about the lark and the nightingale?
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What vision does Juliet have as Romeo is leaving?
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Who comes to visit with Juliet early that morning?
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What news does Lady Capulet give to Juliet?
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What is Juliet's reaction to the news that Lady Capulet gives her?
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Who does Juliet turn to for help when her parents leave?
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What advice does the Nurse give Juliet?
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Why does Juliet tell the Nurse that she is going to see Friar Laurence?
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If the Friar cannot furnish a solution for Juliet, what does she have the power to do?
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Study Notes
Benvolio and Mercutio
- Benvolio urges Mercutio to leave the streets, fearing a fight due to the hot weather.
- Tybalt seeks a confrontation with Romeo in the public square.
Mercutio's Provocation
- Mercutio mocks Tybalt by referring to him as the "Good King of Cats," highlighting Tybalt's arrogance.
- Tybalt attempts to provoke Romeo by calling him a villain.
Romeo's Stance
- Romeo refuses to fight Tybalt, as he is now related to him through marriage to Juliet.
- Mercutio, angered by Tybalt's insults, decides to confront him on Romeo's behalf.
The Fatal Duel
- Mercutio is fatally wounded when Romeo inadvertently obstructs his view, allowing Tybalt to stab him.
- Seeking vengeance for Mercutio's death, Romeo kills Tybalt, considering it his fight as his friend was insulted.
Consequences of Violence
- Benvolio recounts the events of the duel to the Prince, explaining the circumstances.
- Romeo is punished with banishment from Verona, facing death if he returns.
Romeo's Despair
- Romeo hides in Friar Laurence's cell after Tybalt's death.
- He reacts to his banishment with despair, preferring death over separation from Juliet.
Friar Laurence's Counsel
- The Friar informs Romeo of his banishment, explaining he won't face execution.
- He advises Romeo to find solace in the fact that Juliet is alive, Romeo himself is alive, and he is only banished, not killed.
Juliet's Trials
- Juliet's Nurse delivers a ring from her to Romeo, symbolizing their connection.
- Lord Capulet plans Juliet's marriage to Paris on Thursday, which leads to Juliet's distress.
Morning After
- Scene 5 occurs on Tuesday morning; the significance of the lark and nightingale reflects the urgency of Romeo's departure at dawn.
- Juliet envisions Romeo dead in a tomb as he leaves, foreshadowing tragedy.
Lady Capulet's Visit
- Lady Capulet informs Juliet about the arranged marriage to Paris, adding to Juliet’s turmoil.
- Juliet rebels against her parents for the first time, asserting her refusal to marry Paris.
Seeking Solutions
- Turning to the Nurse after her parents leave, Juliet seeks advice regarding her predicament.
- The Nurse suggests forgetting Romeo and marrying Paris, which devastates Juliet.
Juliet's Resolve
- Juliet claims she is going to see Friar Laurence to confess sins but intends to seek his aid.
- She expresses that if the Friar cannot help her, she is willing to take her own life rather than wed Paris.
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