Romeo & Juliet Acts 1-5 Review

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Where does Romeo get the poison?

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He buys the poison from an apothecary in Mantua.

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What is foreshadowing in literature?

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A writer's use of hints or clues to indicate events and situations that will occur later in the plot.

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Why is Juliet allowed to leave the house to marry Romeo?

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She lies and says that she is going to confession.

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What is Juliet's mood when she asks for Friar Lawrence's advice?

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Desperation.

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What does Capulet warn Juliet will happen if she does not marry Paris on Thursday?

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He will disown her.

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Define 'tragic flaw' in the context of a character.

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A character trait that leads to the downfall of the protagonist.

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

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It symbolizes the romantic idealism and the challenges of their love.

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

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The theme explores the intensity and challenges of young love.

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What does the term 'star-crossed lovers' mean?

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Lovers whose relationship is doomed to fail due to external circumstances.