Exploring Romeo and Juliet - Act 1, Scene 3

The transcript is a scene from a play set in Capulet's house, where the Nurse calls for Juliet and discusses her age. The Nurse reminisces about Juliet's childhood, sharing anecdotes and memories. The conversation shifts to the topic of marriage, with Lady Capulet and the Nurse discussing Juliet's potential marriage to Paris, a suitor. The scene ends with the Nurse encouraging Juliet to consider Paris as a potential husband.

How old will Juliet be at her next birthday according to the Nurse?

• 15 years old

• 12 years old

• 14 years old

• 13 years old

What significant event does the Nurse recall that happened 11 years ago?

• Juliet's first words

• An earthquake

• Juliet learning to walk

• A festival in Verona

What did the Nurse's husband say when Juliet fell and hurt her face?

• Stop crying now

• Thou wilt fall backward when thou hast more wit

• That's a strong girl

• You need to be more careful

Who is seeking Juliet's hand in marriage?

• Romeo

• Tybalt

• Paris

• Mercutio

What does Lady Capulet compare Paris to?

• A wise judge

• A gallant knight

• A man of wax

• A summer's day

What is Juliet's initial reaction to the idea of marriage?

• She refuses to consider it

• She is indifferent

• She has not dreamed of it

• She is excited and eager

What event are the Nurse and Lady Capulet preparing Juliet for?

• A public festival

• Juliet's wedding

• Juliet's birthday

• A feast where Juliet will meet Paris

What advice does the Nurse give about Paris during the feast?

• Ignore him completely

• Judge him by his looks

• Read him like a book

• Listen to him sing

How does the Nurse describe the book metaphor related to Paris?

• An old and dusty book

• A book with beautiful illustrations

• A book that needs a cover to be beautiful

• A precious book of love

What does the Nurse say about women and marriage?

• Women are trapped by marriage

• Marriage diminishes a woman's worth

• Women should avoid marriage

• Women grow bigger by being with men