Romeo and Juliet Act 2 Scene 3 Dawson

What is the primary role of Friar Laurence in Act 2 Scene 3 of "Romeo and Juliet"?

• He is a messenger between Romeo and Juliet.

• He is a confidant and advisor to Romeo.

• He is a rival to Romeo.

• He is a servant in the Capulet household.

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Which character does Romeo visit in Act 2 Scene 3 to seek advice about his love for Juliet?

• Mercutio

• Benvolio

• Friar Laurence

• The Nurse

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Why does Friar Laurence agree to marry Romeo and Juliet?

• He believes it will bring peace between the Montagues and Capulets.

• He wants to defy the Capulet family.

• He is promised a reward by Romeo.

• He is forced by the Prince of Verona.

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Analyze the relationship between Romeo and Friar Laurence. What does this relationship reveal about Romeo's character?

• Romeo is impulsive and seeks validation from authority figures.

• Romeo is independent and rarely seeks advice.

• Romeo is manipulative and uses Friar Laurence for his own gain.

• Romeo is indifferent to Friar Laurence's counsel.

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Evaluate Friar Laurence's decision to marry Romeo and Juliet. What potential consequences does he foresee, and how does he justify his decision?

• He foresees no consequences and acts purely on impulse.

• He foresees potential conflict but believes the marriage could end the feud.

• He foresees Juliet's disobedience and wants to prevent it.

• He foresees Romeo's heartbreak and wants to protect him.

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What internal conflict does Friar Laurence experience in Act 2 Scene 3, and how does he resolve it?

• He is torn between his duty to the church and his desire to help Romeo; he resolves it by prioritizing peace.

• He is conflicted about his loyalty to the Capulets; he resolves it by refusing to help Romeo.

• He struggles with his own feelings of love; he resolves it by focusing on his religious duties.

• He is unsure about his role in the feud; he resolves it by remaining neutral.

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What inference can be made about Friar Laurence's character based on his actions in Act 2 Scene 3?

• He is reckless and unconcerned with the consequences of his actions.

• He is wise and seeks to use his influence for the greater good.

• He is selfish and only interested in his own reputation.

• He is indifferent to the problems of others.

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How does the conflict between the Montagues and Capulets influence Friar Laurence's decision-making in Act 2 Scene 3?

• It makes him more cautious and unwilling to take risks.

• It motivates him to act as a peacemaker and find a resolution.

• It causes him to side with the Capulets against Romeo.

• It leads him to abandon his role as a friar.

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