Romeo & Juliet: Act II

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What does Friar Lawrence pray for ahead of Romeo & Juliet's marriage?

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Friar Lawrence prays that the heavens are happy and nothing bad happens.

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What does Juliet say Romeo should not swear by because it is 'inconstant'?

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The moon.

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What does Juliet mean by, 'Deny thy father and refuse thy name. Or, if thou wilt not, be but sworn my love, and I’ll no longer be Capulet'?

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Juliet wants Romeo to give up his name. If he does not, she will give up hers.

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What does the Nurse mean by saying 'if you should deal double with her, truly it were an ill thing to be offered to any gentlewoman, and very weak dealing'?

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The Nurse means that Romeo would be cruel if he were trying to trick Juliet.

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How does Mercutio view love?

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He does not believe in love.

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What is the significance of the balcony scene in 'Romeo & Juliet'?

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It symbolizes the deepening love between Romeo and Juliet and the challenges they face.

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What does Juliet mean when she says, 'My only love sprung from my only hate'?

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Juliet expresses the conflict of loving Romeo, a Montague, despite her family's hatred for his family.

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What role does fate play in 'Romeo & Juliet'?

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Fate is portrayed as a powerful force that influences the characters' lives and decisions.

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What is the theme of love versus hate in 'Romeo & Juliet'?

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The play explores how love can exist alongside hate and how it can lead to tragic consequences.

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How does the Nurse's character contribute to the theme of loyalty in 'Romeo & Juliet'?

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The Nurse shows loyalty to Juliet, but her advice often complicates Juliet's relationship with Romeo.