A03- Context

Question 1

Social expectations/hierarchy

Answer 1

-Lorenzo is of lower status than is required for the lover of Isabella
-This brings shame to the brothers and causes them to plot the death against Lorenzo

Question 2

Romanticism

Answer 2

-Constant links to nature
-‘Poisonous flowers’ and flowers blooming which represent the love between Isabella and Lorenzo

-Emotion and passion
-The love between Isabella and Lorenzo is extremely passionate
-“Each third step did he pause, and listen’d oft”