R&J Act Four

What is the symbolic meaning of the schemes that Friar Lawrence devises to help Romeo and Juliet?

• They symbolize tools of fate that will inevitably lead to tragedy.

• They represent the dangers of religious faith taken to the extreme.

• They symbolize the futility of young love.

• They represent the societal forces that oppose Romeo and Juliet's love.

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.L.9-10.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Which of the below most accurately describes Paris?

• He is cruel and stubborn, and he plans to marry Juliet even though he knows it will make her unhappy.

• He is presumptuous and arrogant, but he treats Juliet kindly and seems to genuinely like her.

• He is romantic and sensitive, and he hopes to win Juliet's heart by being open about his feelings.

• He is indifferent about marrying Juliet, and seems to be doing so only because it's what society expects of him.

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is surprising about Friar Lawrence’s character?

• Despite being religious, he regularly counsels Romeo and Juliet to go against God.

• Despite professing to be neutral, he acts in the best interests of the Capulets over the Montagues.

• Despite being kind-hearted and fair-minded, he is the most scheming character in the play.

• Despite professing to be a simple, humble man, he covets wealth and status.

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What trait does Juliet demonstrate when she takes the sleeping potion?

• Recklessness

• Practicality

• Determination

• Caution

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Paris reacts to the news of Juliet's death with ____ because ____.

• indifference; he hardly knew her

• annoyance; he now has to find another wealthy woman to marry

• genuine grief; he truly cared about her

• • fury; he believes Friar Lawrence encouraged her to take her own life

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

How does the grief of losing Juliet affect the Capulets?

• They seem more determined than ever to attack the Montagues.

• They admit that they are wholly responsible for Juliet's death.

• They regret not accepting Romeo into their family.

• They become more vulnerable and less hostile.

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What is the function of the scene with Peter and the musicians?

• 
  It creates an atmosphere of anticipation and dread.

• The servants offer the unique perspective that the tragedy of Juliet’s death isn’t tragic for everyone.

• It illustrates that Juliet’s death has devastated noblemen and servants alike.

• The music calls to mind the party where Romeo and Juliet first met.

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.5