Understanding Romeo & Juliet: Juliet Asks The Friar For Help

Juliet is pressured to marry Paris, losing support from her family and nurse. She turns to Friar Laurence, who proposes a plan involving a narcotic to fake her death. Juliet decides to trust him, hoping to reunite with Romeo. The plan is compared to Shakespearean comedies where young lovers escape parental wrath. Juliet fears the potion but resolves to take it. Her apparent death is discovered, leading to mourning, especially from her nurse, who was like a mother to her.

How does Juliet's decision reflect her transition from childhood to adulthood?

What does the phrase 'the tragic crossing of purposes' imply in the context of Juliet's story?

What is the nurse's relationship with Juliet, and how does it affect her reaction to Juliet's death?