Act 1 Vocab Romeo and Juliet

Front

What is the greatest merit of Juliet according to the Nurse?

Back

Her beauty and kind heart.

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

Front

What is the effect of augmenting the family feud between the Montagues and Capulets?

Back

It worsens the conflict.

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

Front

What does the Prince warn both families to stop acting like?

Back

Heretics.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

Front

What does Juliet plead for when she says, 'I beseech thee, dear cousin'?

Back

Advice.

Tags

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Front

What starts the play between the servants of the Montagues and Capulets?

Back

A quarrel.

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

Front

Define 'feud' in the context of Romeo and Juliet.

Back

A prolonged and bitter quarrel or dispute, especially between families.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Front

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

Back

She acts as a caregiver and confidante to Juliet.

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

Front

What is the significance of the Prince's warning to the families?

Back

It highlights the consequences of their ongoing conflict and the need for peace.

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

Front

Explain the term 'quarrel' as used in the play.

Back

A heated argument or disagreement, often leading to violence.

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.8.7

Front

What does Juliet's character represent in the play?

Back

Youth, love, and the struggle against familial expectations.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5