Exploring Romeo & Juliet: Acts I-III

Which character is Romeo’s close friend who tries to cheer him up after Rosaline rejects him?

• Tybalt

• Mercutio

• Benvolio

• Paris

What is the primary reason the Montagues and Capulets are feuding?

• A recent business dispute

• An ancient grudge

• A disagreement over land

• A political rivalry

Which symbol in Acts I-III represents the secrecy of Romeo and Juliet’s love?

• The poison

• The balcony

• The mask

• The sword

Who says the following quote: “A plague o’ both your houses!”?

• Tybalt

• Mercutio

• Benvolio

• Friar Laurence

Which theme is most evident in Romeo and Juliet’s first meeting at the Capulet party?

• Revenge

• Fate

• Forbidden love

• Betrayal

How does Shakespeare use foreshadowing in Romeo’s dream before attending the Capulet ball?

• By hinting at Tybalt’s anger

• By suggesting Romeo will meet his fate soon

• By describing Juliet’s beauty

• By referencing the family feud

Explain how the family feud influences the actions of Tybalt in Act I.

• Tybalt ignores the feud and seeks peace.

• Tybalt becomes more aggressive and confrontational.

• Tybalt tries to unite the families.

• Tybalt leaves Verona to avoid conflict.

Which of the following best describes Juliet’s internal conflict in Act II?

• She is unsure if she loves Romeo.

• She struggles between her loyalty to her family and her love for Romeo.

• She wants to leave Verona.

• She is angry at the Nurse.

What does the recurring motif of light and dark symbolize in Romeo and Juliet’s relationship in Acts I-III?

• The difference between day and night

• The contrast between hope and despair

• The secrecy and intensity of their love

• The passage of time

Which quote from Act II best illustrates the impulsive nature of young love?

• “These violent delights have violent ends.”

• “A plague o’ both your houses!”

• “What, drawn, and talk of peace!”

• “O, she doth teach the torches to burn bright!”