Exploring Themes in Romeo and Juliet

What is the main theme of "Romeo and Juliet" that involves events being controlled by a higher power?

• Fate and Destiny

• Friendship

• War

• Comedy

Who are the two main young characters in "Romeo and Juliet"?

• Hamlet and Ophelia

• Romeo and Juliet

• Macbeth and Lady Macbeth

• Othello and Desdemona

Which event in the play shows the impulsiveness of youth?

• Romeo and Juliet getting married quickly

• The families making peace

• The Prince giving a speech

• The Nurse delivering a message

What does the phrase "star-crossed lovers" mean in the context of the play?

• Lovers who are lucky

• Lovers whose fate is doomed

• Lovers who are friends

• Lovers who are rich

Which character tries to warn Romeo about acting too quickly?

• Tybalt

• Friar Laurence

• Paris

• Benvolio

What is one example of fate affecting the outcome of the play?

• The letter not reaching Romeo

• Juliet going to a party

• The Nurse singing

• Paris buying flowers

Why do Romeo and Juliet keep their marriage a secret?

• Their families are enemies

• They are too young

• They want to surprise everyone

• They are afraid of the Prince

How does the theme of fate appear in the prologue of the play?

• It says the lovers are "star-crossed"

• It talks about a big party

• It describes a battle

• It mentions a wedding

Which action best shows Romeo's impulsiveness?

• He fights Tybalt without thinking

• He writes a letter

• He goes to school

• He buys a gift

What is a consequence of the impulsive actions of Romeo and Juliet?

• Their tragic deaths

• A big celebration

• A new law

• A happy ending