Romeo and Juliet Review Acts I-II Revised Fall 2024

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What does Romeo mean when he says his eyes are liars if they show him women more beautiful than Rosaline?

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If his eyes lie to him by making him believe there are women more beautiful than Rosaline, then his tears will turn to flames and burn his eyes for being clear liars.

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What is the equivalent of insulting someone by 'biting your thumb' in today's society?

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It would be akin to flipping them 'the bird'.

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What literary device is used when Romeo's dream hints at his impending death?

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Foreshadowing.

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What does Lady Capulet mean by comparing Count Paris to a 'fair volume'?

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She is essentially comparing him to a book.

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According to Juliet, what part of Romeo is considered her enemy?

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His last name, Montague.

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What is the significance of the term 'foreshadowing' in literature?

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It is a literary device that gives an indication or hint of what is to come later in the story.

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What does the term 'dramatic irony' mean?

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It occurs when the audience knows something that the characters do not.

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How does Shakespeare use 'oxymoron' in Romeo and Juliet?

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An oxymoron is a figure of speech that juxtaposes contradictory terms, such as 'bittersweet'.

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What is the role of the Nurse in Juliet's life?

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The Nurse serves as a confidante and caretaker for Juliet, providing comic relief and maternal support.

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What does the term 'iambic pentameter' refer to?

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It is a type of poetic meter that consists of five iambs (unstressed-stressed syllables) per line.