Romeo and Juliet Act 2 scene 4-6 Quiz

In Act 2, Scene 4 of Romeo and Juliet, why is Mercutio worried about Tybalt's challenge to Romeo?

• He believes Romeo is a better swordsman than Tybalt.

• He thinks Romeo is too lovesick to fight.

• He fears Tybalt will harm Juliet.

• He is concerned about the Capulet's reputation.

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How do Mercutio and Romeo treat the Nurse upon her arrival?

• Mercutio and Romeo treat the Nurse with playful banter and mockery.
• They express anger towards the Nurse.
• They greet the Nurse with formal respect.
• They ignore the Nurse completely.

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What is the name of the Nurse's servant?

• Gregory

• Paul

• Thomas
• Peter

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In Act 2, Scene 5, what is the main idea of Juliet's soliloquy?

• Juliet discusses her feelings on the nature of names

• Juliet expresses her anger towards her family.
• Juliet conveys her impatience for the Nurse and longing for Romeo.

• Juliet reflects on her possible marriage to Paris.

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What does the Nurse do to tease Juliet in Act 2, Scene 5 before delivering Romeo's message?

• She pretends to have forgotten the message.

• She complains about her aching bones.

• She scolds Juliet for being impatient.

• She tells Juliet that Romeo has changed his mind.

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In Act 2, Scene 5, how does the Nurse characterize Romeo to Juliet?

• The Nurse portrays Romeo as dull and uninterested in love

• The Nurse claims Romeo is untrustworthy and deceitful

• The Nurse describes Romeo as foolish and reckless

• The Nurse characterizes Romeo as handsome and charming, but rude

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What does the Friar mean when he tells Romeo to "love moderately?"

• The Friar suggests that Romeo should love as intensely as possible.
• The Friar means that Romeo should love with balance and avoid excessive passion.
• The Friar believes that Romeo should avoid love altogether.
• The Friar means that Romeo should love only for a short time.

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What famous quote does Friar Lawrence say in Act 2, Scene 6, warning about the dangers of intense emotions?

• "These violent delights have violent ends."

• "Wisely and slow; they stumble that run fast."

• "Virtue turns to vice misapplied"

• "Parting is such sweet sorrow."

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In Act 2, Scene 6, how does Romeo describe his feelings as he prepares to marry Juliet?

• He feels anxious and uncertain.

• He feels overwhelmed with joy.

• He feels fearful of the future.

• He feels indifferent and calm.

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Summarize the main event of Act 2, Scene 6.

• Romeo and Juliet decide to run away together.

• Romeo and Juliet are secretly married by Friar Lawrence.

• Romeo and Juliet have a public wedding ceremony.

• Romeo and Juliet argue about their future.

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