R & J Act IV, Scene 2

Why does Juliet apologize to her parents?

Lord Capulet is so excited by Juliet’s apology that he does what (line 25)?

• He moves the wedding date up.
• He cancels the wedding altogether.
• He scolds Juliet for her behavior.
• He decides to move the wedding to next month.

Friar Laurence suggests that Juliet take the potion because he

• intends to punish the Capulets for causing so much trouble.
• wants to help Romeo and Juliet be together.
• needs more time to develop a better plan.
• believes Romeo will be better off without her.

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.W.8.9A

What is the main reason Lord Capulet decides to move the wedding date up?

• He believes it will prevent further conflict.

• He is worried about Juliet's health.

• He wants to cheer Juliet up.

• He is eager to see Juliet married.

Why does Friar Laurence agree to help Juliet with her plan?

• He wants to avoid a scandal.

• He believes it will end the feud between the families.

• He is afraid of Lord Capulet.

• He wants to gain favor with the Prince.

What is Juliet's primary motivation for taking the potion?

• To avoid marrying Paris.

• To escape her family.

• To be with Romeo.

• To prove her bravery.