R + J Final

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What is the setting of 'Romeo and Juliet'?

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The play takes place in Verona, Italy.

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Who are the two main characters in 'Romeo and Juliet'?

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Romeo Montague and Juliet Capulet.

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What does 'star-crossed lovers' mean?

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It refers to a pair of lovers whose relationship is doomed to fail due to external forces.

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What is the significance of the poison in 'Romeo and Juliet'?

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The poison symbolizes the tragic consequences of miscommunication and haste.

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What role does Friar Lawrence play in the story?

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He is a priest who helps Romeo and Juliet in their secret marriage and devises plans to unite them.

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What is foreshadowing?

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

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How does Juliet react to the news of Romeo's banishment?

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She is devastated and feels betrayed, leading her to seek a way to reunite with him.

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What is the main conflict in 'Romeo and Juliet'?

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The main conflict is the feud between the Montagues and Capulets, which prevents Romeo and Juliet from being together.

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

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She expresses the irony of falling in love with Romeo, a Montague, despite her family's hatred for his family.

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What is the climax of 'Romeo and Juliet'?

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The climax occurs when Romeo kills Tybalt, leading to his banishment from Verona.