Romeo and Juliet Act 1 Review

Front

What insulting gesture is made at the beginning of the play?

Back

The gesture of biting the thumb.

Front

What does Prince Escalus say he will do to anyone who fights in the future?

Back

Punish them with death.

Front

What does the phrase 'These violent delights have violent ends' imply?

Back

Marry too quickly, or rush into love too quickly, and often bad things happen.

Front

What does the servant not realize when he invites Romeo?

Back

He is a Montague.

Front

What does Paris tell Lord Capulet about younger women?

Back

Younger women are already married and have children.

Front

What is the significance of the feud between the Montagues and Capulets?

Back

It sets the stage for the conflict in the play.

Front

Who tries to break up the fight in Act 1?

Back

Benvolio.

Front

What advice does Benvolio give to Romeo about forgetting Rosaline?

Back

He suggests that Romeo should look at other women.

Front

How does Lord Capulet respond to Paris's proposal to marry Juliet?

Back

He says Juliet is too young and suggests waiting two more years.

Front

What is Juliet's initial reaction to marriage?

Back

She has not given it much thought and is not eager to marry.