Macbeth Act4 Scene 1

1. In Act 4, Scene 1 of “Romeo and Juliet,” why does Lord Capulet want Paris to marry Juliet quickly?

• a) To ensure Juliet’s happiness

• b) To prevent Juliet from grieving over Tybalt’s death

• c) To secure an alliance with Paris’ family

• d) To fulfill an ancient prophecy

2. Why does Friar Laurence initially express concern about Juliet and Paris’ hasty marriage?

• a) He believes Paris is not sincere in his intentions

• b) He doubts Juliet’s feelings towards Paris

• c) He is worried about Juliet’s grief affecting her decision-making

• d) He fears the marriage will anger Lord Capulet

3. How does Juliet react when Paris insists on their marriage being on Thursday?

• a) She eagerly agrees

• b) She expresses uncertainty

• c) She becomes angry and confrontational

• d) She remains silent

4. What does Juliet reveal to Paris about her feelings towards him?

• a) She confesses her love for him

• b) She denies having any affection for him

• c) She admits to feeling conflicted

• d) She avoids the topic entirely

5. How does Paris react when Juliet insults her own appearance?

• a) He becomes defensive and angry

• b) He sympathizes with her sadness

• c) He tries to comfort her

• d) He ignores her comment

6. What plan does Friar Laurence propose to Juliet to avoid marrying Paris?

• a) Escaping to another city with Romeo

• b) Faking her own death with a potion

• c) Confronting Lord Capulet about her wishes

• d) Seeking asylum in a convent

7. How long does Friar Laurence suggest Juliet will appear dead after drinking the potion?

• a) 24 hours

• b) 48 hours

• c) 72 hours

• d) 96 hours

8. What does Friar Laurence promise to do once Juliet wakes up from taking the potion?

• a) Send her to live with relatives in a distant town

• b) Help her escape to another country

• c) Arrange for her to reunite with Romeo

• d) Convince Lord Capulet to cancel the wedding

9. What does Juliet ask Friar Laurence after he explains the plan with the potion?

• a) She demands to know if Romeo is aware of the plan

• b) She inquires about the potion’s side effects

• c) She requests more details about her escape route

• d) She expresses her gratitude and acceptance of the plan

10. How does Juliet respond to Friar Laurence’s instructions regarding the potion?

• a) She hesitates and expresses fear

• b) She eagerly accepts and requests the potion immediately

• c) She questions the morality of the plan

• d) She suggests an alternative solution