Romeo and Juliet Study Guide

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Romeo and JulietStudy Guide

• How does Sampson begin the quarrel with
  Montagues servants?
• According to Romeo, what vow has Rosaline taken?
• How old is Juliet?
• Why does Tybalt send for his sword during the
  feast?
• How do Romeo and Juliet learn each others
  identity?
• In the 1st scene, Mercutio thinks Romeo is still
  in love with _____.
• Juliet tells Romeo to send a message if he
  intends to __________.
• Before Romeo enters the cell, Friar Lawrence is
  collecting ______.
• ___________ has sent Romeo a letter challenging
  him to a duel.
• Why does Friar Lawrence agree to marry Romeo and
  Juliet?

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• Romeo and Juliet Act III
• How does Romeo react to Tybalts challenge? Why?
• Why did Mercutio fight Tybalt?
• Summarize the events following Mercutios fight
  until the Princes sentence.
• How did Juliet respond to what happened?
• What were 3 things Friar Lawrence told Romeo he
  should be grateful for?
• What decision does Lord Capulet make concerning
  Juliet?
• Give 1 example of allusion?

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Romeo and Juliet study question page 3

• Act IV
• What is the major conflict in Act IV with Juliet?
• What is Friar Lawrences plan?
• How was Romeo to get the message about the plan?
• Act V
• Why is this drama considered a tragedy?
• What message did Romeo receive?
• What happened to the message from Friar Lawrence?
• Explain the dramatic irony in this act.
• Explain the theme
• See what a scourge is laid upon your hate, That
  heaven finds means to kill your joys with love.