Romeo and Juliet Act I

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Who is Romeo's witty friend who tells him about Queen Mab?

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Mercutio

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How old is Juliet in Act I of Romeo and Juliet?

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Almost 14

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What does Benvolio mean when he says, 'Towards him I made, but he was ware of me/And stole into the covert of the wood'?

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Romeo tried to hide from him.

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What does Lord Capulet mean when he says, 'A bears him like a portly gentleman'?

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Romeo is a dignified gentleman.

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What is one reason Lord Capulet does not want Juliet to marry Paris?

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She is too young.

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What is the significance of Queen Mab in Mercutio's speech?

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Queen Mab represents dreams and the influence of fantasy on love.

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What is the relationship between Romeo and Benvolio?

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They are close friends and cousins.

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What does Juliet's age signify in the context of her marriage?

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It highlights the theme of youth and the pressures of marriage.

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How does Lord Capulet view Paris as a suitor for Juliet?

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He sees Paris as a worthy match but wants Juliet to be ready.

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What does the term 'star-crossed lovers' mean in the context of the play?

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It refers to lovers whose relationship is doomed by fate.