Romeo and Juliet 5.3 Performance: Paris, Lines 12-21

The transcript is a poetic narrative that explores themes of mourning and commitment to rituals for the deceased. It describes a scene where a character vows to honor a loved one with nightly rituals, only to be interrupted by an approaching threat. The narrative builds tension as the character prepares to confront the intruder, highlighting themes of love, loss, and conflict.

What does the speaker intend to do nightly in the first section?

• Perform rituals with tears

• Write letters

• Sing joyful songs

• Dance under the stars

In the second section, what does the speaker plan to do at the grave?

• Plant flowers

• Strew the grave and weep

• Build a monument

• Light candles

What does the boy warn about in the final section?

• A lost treasure

• A celebration nearby

• An intruder's presence

• A storm approaching

What is the speaker's reaction to the approaching presence?

• Indifference

• Anger and hostility

• Curiosity and caution

• Joyful anticipation

What does the speaker question about the intruder?

• Their knowledge

• Their wealth

• Their intentions

• Their identity