Act 1 & 2 Study Guide

In the prologue, the chorus says that what will happen to the two lovers?

• They will get married and live happily ever after.

• They will die tragically.

• They will run away together and start a new life.

• They will be separated by their families.

What does the Prince say he will do to anyone who fights in the future?

• He will pardon them

• He will reward them

• He will banish them

• He will execute them

Which of the following best describes Benvolio?

• He is a peacemaker.

• He is a troublemaker.

• He is a villain.

• He is a cowardunge.

After Romeo and Juliet have kissed and fallen in love, who tells each of them the other's identity?

• The Nurse

• Tybalt

• Mercutio

• The Prince

Friar Lawrence believes the marriage might _____

• End the feud between the families.

• Cause more hatred between the families.

• Be kept a secret forever.

• Lead to the couple's exile.

In Act 2, Scene 3, Friar Lawrence believes Romeo never went to bed because ____________________________.

• He was with Rosaline.

• He was sick.

• He was fighting with Tybalt.

• He was studying for an exam.

Where is the play set?

• Verona

• The Bronx

• Chicopee

• Kansas City

In Act I Scene 3, Lady Capulet feels about Paris’ proposal:

• She is opposed to it

• She is indifferent

• She is supportive and encourages Juliet to consider it

• She is unaware of it

Tybalt knows Romeo is at the party because:

• He recognizes Romeo's voice.

• He sees Romeo's mask fall off.

• Romeo introduces himself.

• Someone tells Tybalt that Romeo is there.

What two families are feuding?

• Montagues and Capulets

• Lannisters and Starks

• Jets and Sharks

• Hatfields and McCoys