Romeo and Juliet Act 2 Scene 2 Review

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What does Juliet mean by, "Deny thy father and refuse thy name. Or, if thou wilt not, be but sworn my love, and I’ll no longer be Capulet"?

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Juliet wants Romeo to give up his name. If he does not, she will give up hers.

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When Romeo climbs over the orchard wall, he reveals his inner emotions to an unknowing Juliet. This is an example of which literary device?

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a soliloquy

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What does Juliet instruct Romeo to send her the next day?

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She instructs him to send a message that tells her when and where their marriage will take place.

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When Juliet says, "That which we call a rose/By any other word would smell as sweet", she is...

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stating that Romeo's last name does not make him a bad person.

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What technique is Romeo using to describe Juliet's beauty when he says, 'You are as glorious as an angel tonight'?

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Simile

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

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It symbolizes the height of their love and the barriers they face.

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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 Romeo and Juliet's doomed love due to fate and family conflict.

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What is a soliloquy?

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A soliloquy is a speech in which a character speaks their thoughts aloud, often while alone on stage.

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How does Juliet's view of love differ from Romeo's in Act 2, Scene 2?

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Juliet is more practical and cautious, while Romeo is more idealistic and passionate.

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

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Fate is portrayed as a powerful force that dictates the course of their love and tragic end.