Romeo and Juliet (Act 5)

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What is a metaphor?

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A figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things by stating that one is the other, often used to create vivid imagery.

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What does Balthasar's news signify for Romeo?

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It prompts Romeo to return to Verona to die next to Juliet, believing she is dead.

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Where does Romeo acquire the poison?

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He buys the poison from an apothecary in Mantua.

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Why does Paris confront Romeo at Juliet's tomb?

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He believes Romeo has come to disrespect the tomb due to the family feud.

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How does Juliet choose to end her life upon awakening?

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She stabs herself with a dagger.

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What is the significance of the phrase 'Money is a worse poison'?

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It serves as a metaphor comparing the corrupting influence of money to physical poison.

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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 leads to the tragic outcomes of the characters.

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What is a soliloquy?

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A speech in which a character speaks their thoughts aloud, often used to reveal inner feelings.

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What themes are explored in Act 5 of 'Romeo and Juliet'?

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Themes of love, death, fate, and the consequences of family feuds are explored.

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How does the setting of the tomb contribute to the play's climax?

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The tomb serves as a final resting place for Juliet and a site of tragic misunderstandings.