At the beginning of the play, Romeo's parents are worried about him because he ___________.

seems unaccountably sad and gloomy

is too friendly with their enemies

has involved himself with rowdy friends

is too hot-tempered and quick to anger

Paris tells Lord Capulet...

Younger women are already married and have children

Older women are already married and have children

There are several women already married

There are several women who already have children

Why does the servant not read the invitation list?

He doesn't want to read the list

Why does Romeo decide to go to the feast?

He is sad over Rosaline and needs to take his mind off of her.

What did Lord Capulet mean by the following lines? "Earth hath swallowed all my hopes but she; She’s the hopeful lady of my earth."

All of his children have passed away except Juliet; therefore, he dotes on her.

He is talking about Lady Capulet and how much he loves her.

He is waiting for a better marriage for his daughter than Paris can offer.

He hopes that Juliet will agree to marry Paris quickly because she is at the perfect age for marriage.

How does Lady Capulet feel about Paris' proposal?

She is excited for Juliet and wants her to consider marriage to Paris.

She thinks Juliet is too young and should wait two more years.

She would prefer that Juliet marry Prince Escalus or his cousin Mercutio.

She is surprised because Juliet is beyond marrying age and is considered to be an old maid.

Romeo and Juliet Comprehension Check 1

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

15 mins • 1 pt

What is Juliet's last name?

Capulet

Montague

Escalus

Dixson

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

15 mins • 1 pt

In what city did the play start?

Rome

Verona

Mantua

Venice

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

15 mins • 1 pt

What is the purpose of the prologue?

To introduce the reader to the story and characters they are about to see.

The reveal the entire plot of the play.

To entertain the audience.

There is no purpose; it was unnecessary

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

15 mins • 1 pt

At the start of the play, Romeo is depressed over his unrequited love involving which character?

Rosaline

Juliet

Mercutio

Lady Montague

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

15 mins • 1 pt

In the Prologue, what does the chorus say will happen to the two lovers?

They will marry.

They will die.

They will be forced apart.

They will live happily ever after.

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

15 mins • 1 pt

What does Prince Escalus say he will do to anyone who fights in the future?

Put them in jail.

Make them live together.

Punish them with death.

banish them from Verona

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

15 mins • 1 pt

What does Benvolio suggest to Romeo to take care of his lovesick problem?

Look at other women

Ask Rosaline to marry him

Force Rosaline to be with him

Become a priest

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

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Romeo and Juliet Comprehension Check 1

What is Juliet's last name?

In what city did the play start?

What is the purpose of the prologue?

At the start of the play, Romeo is depressed over his unrequited love involving which character?

In the Prologue, what does the chorus say will happen to the two lovers?

What does Prince Escalus say he will do to anyone who fights in the future?

What does Benvolio suggest to Romeo to take care of his lovesick problem?

At the beginning of the play, Romeo's parents are worried about him because he ___________.

Who tries to break up the initial street fight?

When Romeo's tears are "augmenting the fresh morning's dew," they are ______.

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