Act 1 of Romeo and Juliet

What is the purpose of The Prologue?

• to grab your attention

• so we know where the story takes place

• to explain why the families are fighting

• to set the stage for the story as a whole

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Where does the play take place?

• Verona, Italy

• London, England

• Paris, France

• Verona Beach, California

It is clear from the first scene of the play that the Montagues and Capulets are--

• friends

• family

• enemies

• royalty

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In Act 1 Scene 1, who begins the fight in the streets?

• Benvolio and Tybalt

• Servants from the houses of Capulet and Montague

• Citizens of Verona

• Lord and Ladt Capulet

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Who makes an attempt to stop the servants from fighting?

• Benvolio

• Tybalt

• Romeo

• Abram

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How would you describe Tybalt's personality?

• Contemplative

• Aggressive

• Lovesick

• Thoughtful

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How many times have the Capulets/Montagues disturbed the streets of Verona?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

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What does the Prince threaten if the families fight ONE MORE TIME?

• Time in Jail

• Exile from Verona

• Loss of Land/Title

• Death

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At the end of Act 1 Scene 1, why is Romeo sad and depressed?

• He is in love with a girl who has sworn off love

• His dog passed away

• He's upset about the recent fight in the streets

• He's worried that the Montagues and the Capulets will never stop fighting

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Who is Rosaline?

• A Montague

• Tybalt's sister

• The girl Romeo is pining for (the girl he loves)

• Benvolio's wife