Romeo and Juliet Act 1 Scene 5 Vocabulary

What does 'prodigious' mean in Act 1, Scene 5 of Romeo and Juliet?

• small or insignificant

• extraordinary or impressive

• mediocre or unimpressive

• average or ordinary

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What is the meaning of 'portentous' in Act 1, Scene 5 of Romeo and Juliet?

• Foreshadowing something bad or ominous

• Representing a joyful event

• Symbolizing love and happiness

• Predicting a positive outcome

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Define 'untimely' as used in Act 1, Scene 5 of Romeo and Juliet.

• Inconvenient or inappropriate timing

• Punctual

• Late

• Timely

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Explain the term 'doff' as seen in Act 1, Scene 5 of Romeo and Juliet.

• To remove or take off

• To cook

• To dance

• To put on

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What does 'solemnity' refer to in Act 1, Scene 5 of Romeo and Juliet?

• Informal and relaxed setting

• Casual and carefree environment

• Formal and dignified atmosphere

• Loud and boisterous behavior

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

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

Define 'vexed' in the context of Act 1, Scene 5 of Romeo and Juliet.

• To be irritated, frustrated, or agitated.

• To be calm and relaxed

• To be confused and lost

• To be joyful and content

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What is the meaning of 'forfeit' in Act 1, Scene 5 of Romeo and Juliet?

• to apologize for a mistake

• to gain something as a reward

• to give up or lose something as a penalty

• to achieve a goal

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Explain the term 'disparagement' as used in Act 1, Scene 5 of Romeo and Juliet.

• Insulting or belittling someone.

• Encouraging or supporting someone.

• Ignoring or neglecting someone.

• Complimenting or praising someone.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Define 'scathe' as seen in Act 1, Scene 5 of Romeo and Juliet.

• build or construct

• harm or damage

• heal or repair

• protect or shield

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What does 'perilous' mean in Act 1, Scene 5 of Romeo and Juliet?

• dangerous

• secure

• safe

• harmless

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4