Romeo and Juliet: Act 1, Scenes 1-5

Front

What gesture starts the fight between the Montagues and the Capulets at the beginning of the play?

Back

Biting the thumb is the gesture that starts the fight between the Montagues and the Capulets.

Front

Why is Romeo so melancholic at the beginning of the play?

Back

Romeo is melancholic because he loves Rosaline, but she does not love him.

Front

How do Romeo and Juliet react when each discovers who the other is?

Back

Both Romeo and Juliet are devastated when they discover they belong to rival families.

Front

Why does Benvolio draw his sword in the street?

Back

Benvolio draws his sword to stop the fight before it begins.

Front

Which character shows the most authority over the Nurse?

Back

Juliet shows the most authority over the Nurse.

Front

What is the significance of the feud between the Montagues and Capulets?

Back

The feud sets the stage for the conflict in the play and affects the lives of Romeo and Juliet.

Front

Who tries to maintain peace during the fight in Act 1, Scene 1?

Back

Benvolio tries to maintain peace during the fight.

Front

What advice does Benvolio give to Romeo about forgetting Rosaline?

Back

Benvolio advises Romeo to look at other women to forget Rosaline.

Front

How does Tybalt react to Benvolio's attempt to stop the fight?

Back

Tybalt becomes angry and accuses Benvolio of being a coward.

Front

What role does the Nurse play in Juliet's life?

Back

The Nurse acts as a caregiver and confidante to Juliet.