Romeo and Juliet Act 1 and 2

Front

What does Lord Capulet mean when he says, "My child is yet a stranger in this world; / She hath not seen the change of fourteen years"?

Back

Lord Capulet is expressing his protectiveness over Juliet, indicating that she is still young and inexperienced.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

How does Romeo find out about the Capulet party?

Back

Romeo learns about the Capulet party because the servant cannot read the guest list, so Romeo reads it for him.

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CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

Front

What literary device is used when Tybalt says, "this intrusion shall, now seeming sweet, convert to bitt'rest gall"?

Back

This is an example of foreshadowing, as it hints at future conflict.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

Why does the Nurse delay telling Juliet about Romeo's message?

Back

The Nurse claims to be tired and out of breath, which delays the news.

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CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

Front

What is a monologue in the context of a play?

Back

A monologue is a long speech by a single character, often expressing their thoughts aloud.

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CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

Front

What is the significance of the Prince's speech after the fight at the beginning of the play?

Back

The Prince's speech serves as a warning to both families to stop their feud and maintain peace.

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CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

Front

Define 'foreshadowing' in literature.

Back

Foreshadowing is a literary device used to give an indication or hint of what is to come later in the story.

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

Front

What role does the Nurse play in Juliet's life?

Back

The Nurse acts as a caregiver and confidante for Juliet, providing both support and comic relief.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What is the meaning of 'oxymoron'?

Back

An oxymoron is a figure of speech in which contradictory terms appear in conjunction.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

Explain the term 'soliloquy'.

Back

A soliloquy is a device used in drama to reveal a character's inner thoughts, spoken aloud when they are alone.

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CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10