Shakespeare Flashcard

Front

What does the metaphor "Juliet is the sun" imply?

Back

Juliet is bright and warm.

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What does the phrase "That which we call a rose by any other word would smell as sweet" suggest?

Back

Names do not change the essence of things.

Front

Who is referred to as "My child is yet a stranger in the world"?

Back

Juliet.

Front

What does "beloved" imply in the context of Romeo's feelings?

Back

Romeo is loved by someone.

Front

How many more summers should the speaker wait before considering marriage for their child?

Back

Two.

Front

What is a metaphor?

Back

A figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things by stating one is the other.

Front

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

Back

Juliet represents youthful love and the struggle against familial conflict.

Front

What does the term 'foreshadowing' mean in literature?

Back

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

Front

What is the role of the Nurse in 'Romeo and Juliet'?

Back

The Nurse acts as a confidante and messenger for Juliet, providing comic relief and maternal support.

Front

What does 'star-crossed lovers' mean?

Back

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