Romeo and Juliet 5.1 Interview with Romeo

Ralph, banished to Manchua, shares a hopeful dream about Juliet. Balthazar arrives with news of Juliet's death, prompting Ralph to plan a return to Verona to join her in death. He seeks poison from an apothecary, reflecting on money as the true poison. The narrative explores themes of love, desperation, and the impact of wealth.

What does Romeo initially think about his banishment from Verona?

• He is indifferent about it.

• He believes it is a blessing in disguise.

• He is happy to leave Verona.

• He feels it is worse than death.

What news does Balthazar bring to Romeo?

• Juliet has left Verona.

• Juliet is dead and laid in the Capulet tomb.

• Juliet has married someone else.

• Juliet is alive and well.

What is Romeo's immediate reaction to the news of Juliet's death?

• He wants to confront the Prince.

• He plans to visit Juliet's grave.

• He decides to write a letter to Juliet's family.

• He decides to move on with his life.

What does Romeo intend to do after hearing about Juliet's death?

• He plans to start a new life in Mantua.

• He decides to join Juliet in death.

• He plans to return to Verona to clear his name.

• He wants to seek revenge on the Capulets.

Why is the apothecary hesitant to sell poison to Romeo?

• He doesn't trust Romeo.

• He believes Romeo is too young.

• He is afraid of the legal consequences.

• He doesn't have any poison in stock.

How does Romeo convince the apothecary to sell him poison?

• By telling him it's for a noble cause.

• By promising to keep it a secret.

• By offering a large sum of money.

• By threatening him.

What does Romeo believe is the true poison in the world?

• Love

• Gold

• Jealousy

• Hatred