Understanding Romeo & Juliet: Romeo Hears Of Juliets Death

In Act 5, Scene 1 of 'Romeo and Juliet', Romeo, in Mantua, learns from Balthazar that Juliet is dead, unaware she is in a coma. Devastated, Romeo decides to return to Verona to die with her. He buys poison from an apothecary, who reluctantly sells it due to poverty. The scene highlights themes of fate, love, and the corrupting power of money.

What news does Balthazar bring to Romeo?

How does Romeo react to the news of Juliet's death?

What does Romeo decide to do after learning about Juliet?

What is the apothecary's initial reaction to Romeo's request for poison?

What does Romeo believe about the gold he exchanges for poison?