Themes of Love in Romeo and Juliet

Friar Lawrence hopes for a blessed marriage between Romeo and Juliet. Romeo expresses that no sorrow can outweigh the joy of seeing Juliet. Friar Lawrence warns about the intensity of their love, advising moderation. Juliet cleverly conveys her love's abundance, stating it cannot be fully expressed in words. The scene concludes with Friar Lawrence starting the marriage ceremony, uniting the lovers.

What does Friar Lawrence hope for at the beginning of the scene?

• That the marriage will be blessed by the heavens

• That Romeo will forget Juliet

• That Juliet will marry Paris

• That the Capulets and Montagues will reconcile

According to Romeo, what cannot countervail the joy of seeing Juliet?

• Any danger

• Any amount of wealth

• Any sorrow

• Any other love

What does Friar Lawrence compare intense pleasures to?

• Fire and powder

• A sweet melody

• A beautiful flower

• A fleeting dream

What advice does Friar Lawrence give about love?

• Love passionately and quickly

• Love only those who love you back

• Love moderately for it to last long

• Avoid love to prevent sorrow

How does Juliet describe her love for Romeo?

• As a measurable amount of wealth

• As a small flame

• As a fleeting feeling

• As too abundant to be counted

What does Juliet imply about people who can count all their money?

• They are generous

• They are wise

• They are poor

• They are very wealthy

What does Juliet believe is a better way to express her love for Romeo?

• Through letters

• Through gifts

• Through actions

• Through words

What does Friar Lawrence want to do quickly?

• Prepare a feast

• Send a message to the Prince

• Start the marriage ceremony

• End the feud between the families

How does the scene conclude?

• With Juliet expressing doubts

• With Friar Lawrence leaving in anger

• With Romeo and Juliet being united

• With a fight between the families