Romeo and Juliet Act 4 Scenes 1 & 2Flashcard

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What is the new date of the wedding in Act 4 of Romeo and Juliet?

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Tomorrow (Wednesday)

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How does Capulet respond to Juliet’s change in attitude?

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He moves the wedding date up.

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What is the purpose of the potion Friar Laurence gives Juliet?

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To cause a temporary death-like sleep.

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What does Juliet threaten to do if Friar Laurence cannot help her?

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Kill herself.

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What does Juliet tell her father when she returns?

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That she will marry Paris.

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Who is Paris in relation to Juliet?

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Paris is a suitor chosen by Juliet's parents.

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What is the significance of the potion in the plot?

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It serves as a crucial plot device to create tension and conflict.

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What does Juliet's willingness to marry Paris reveal about her character?

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It shows her desperation and willingness to take drastic measures.

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How does Capulet's character change throughout the play?

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He becomes more controlling and less understanding as the play progresses.

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What role does Friar Laurence play in the story?

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He acts as a confidant and advisor to Juliet.