Romeo and Juliet Act I Scenes 1-2

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What gesture starts the fight between the Capulets and the Montagues at the beginning of 'Romeo and Juliet'?

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Thumb-biting.

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How does Tybalt's personality contrast with Benvolio's in 'Romeo and Juliet'?

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Tybalt is an aggressive hothead, while Benvolio is a calm peacemaker.

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What can be inferred about Romeo's feelings towards Rosaline in Act I?

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Romeo is upset because Rosaline doesn't love him.

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What expectation does Shakespeare create for the audience regarding Romeo and Juliet at the party?

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The audience expects that Romeo and Juliet will meet at the party.

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What advice does Benvolio give to Romeo to help him forget Rosaline?

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Benvolio suggests that Romeo should look at other beautiful girls.

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What is the significance of the feud between the Capulets and Montagues in 'Romeo and Juliet'?

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The feud sets the stage for the conflict and tragedy that unfolds in the play.

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How does Shakespeare use foreshadowing in Act I of 'Romeo and Juliet'?

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Shakespeare foreshadows the tragic fate of Romeo and Juliet through the prologue and character interactions.

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What role does the character of Benvolio play in the early scenes of 'Romeo and Juliet'?

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Benvolio serves as a peacemaker and tries to prevent violence between the feuding families.

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What does Tybalt's reaction to the Montagues reveal about his character?

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Tybalt's aggressive reaction shows that he is hot-tempered and deeply loyal to the Capulet family.

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How does Romeo's love for Rosaline affect his behavior in Act I?

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Romeo's unrequited love for Rosaline makes him melancholic and withdrawn.