Romeo & Juliet Act 3, Scene 1 Comprehension Check

Who tries to dodge a showdown with the fiery Tybalt?

• Romeo

• Mercutio

• Benvolio

• Paris

Why does Romeo play it cool and not duel with Tybalt?

• He's shaking in his boots at the thought of facing Tybalt.

• Through his hush-hush wedding with Juliet, Tybalt's practically family now!

• He's all about peace, trying to stick to the Prince's rules.

• He's nursing some battle scars already.

Oh no! A tragic event unfolds in the tale of Romeo and Juliet. Can you tell who is responsible for Mercutio's untimely demise?

• Romeo

• Tybalt

• Benvolio

• Paris

As Mercutio breathes his last, what curse does he famously utter?

• "A plague o' both your houses!"

• "May you never find peace, Romeo!"

• "Tybalt, you shall pay for this!"

• "Verona shall mourn my loss!"

Why does Romeo leap into action to duel Tybalt after witnessing Mercutio's tragic end?

• To defend his own honor.

• To avenge Mercutio's death.

• Because Tybalt throws insults his way.

• He is commanded to by the Prince.

Who does Romeo, in a fit of rage, end up killing?

• Mercutio

• Tybalt

• Benvolio

• Paris

Oh no! Romeo has found himself in a bit of a pickle. What does the Prince decree as Romeo's punishment?

• Death

• Imprisonment

• Banishment

• A fine

Oh no! Tragedy strikes in Verona! How does Juliet react upon hearing the heartbreaking news of Tybalt's death and Romeo's banishment?

• She angrily blames Romeo, calling him a villain.

• She shrugs it off, feeling absolutely nothing.

• She's utterly devastated but her love for Romeo doesn't waver.

• She packs her bags, ready to leave Verona for good.

Guess who rushes to Juliet with the heart-wrenching news of Tybalt's demise and Romeo's sudden banishment? 🕊️

• The Nurse

• Lady Capulet

• Friar Laurence

• Benvolio

What does Romeo do after he learns of his banishment?

• He goes into hiding in Mantua.

• He tries to see Juliet one last time.

• He attempts to take his own life.

• He confronts the Prince.