Romeo + Juliet Test

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What does the chorus say will happen to the two lovers in the Prologue?

Back

They will die.

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Why does Friar Lawrence believe Romeo never went to bed in Act 2, Scene 3?

Back

He was with Rosaline.

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Why is Romeo so sad in the first few scenes?

Back

Romeo is in love with someone who does not return the feelings.

Front

What is Romeo's last name?

Back

Montague.

Front

What does Juliet mean when she says, 'That which we call a rose/By any other word would smell as sweet'?

Back

She is stating that Romeo's last name does not make him a bad person.

Front

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

Back

It creates conflict and sets the stage for the tragic love story.

Front

How does the theme of fate play a role in 'Romeo and Juliet'?

Back

The characters are often described as 'star-crossed,' suggesting that their destinies are controlled by fate.

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What role does Friar Lawrence play in the story?

Back

He acts as a confidant to Romeo and Juliet and attempts to help them navigate their love.

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

Back

The main conflict is the love between Romeo and Juliet amidst their families' feud.

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How does Juliet's character develop throughout the play?

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She evolves from a naive girl to a determined and independent woman.