Act 1 quiz Flashcards
(30 cards)
Two facts about Romeo
He is a Montague and was in love with Rosaline before Juliet.
Two facts about Juliet
She is not yet 14 and was set to possibly marry Paris.
Two facts about Prince Escalus
He is neutral and rules the town.
Two facts about the Nurse
Her first child died and she says whatever comes to her mind.
Two facts about Lord Capulet
He is the head of the Capulet household. He is Juliet’s father.
Two facts about Lord Montague
He is the head of the Montague family and Romeo’s father.
Two facts about Benvolio
Romeo’s cousin and his best friend.
Two facts about Mercutio
Talks a lot and is Romeo’s friend.
Two facts about Tybalt
Hates the montagues and takes everything too seriously.
Benvolio’s (dramatic) foil is…
Tybalt
Lady Capulet’s (dramatic) foil is…
the nurse
Who does Romeo love in scene 1, and what happens in scene 5?
He loves Rosaline in scene one and kisses Juliet in scene five.
Give an example of foreshadowing from any scene in the play.
Romeo is unsure about going to the party, and then at the party he almost gets caught.
Why is Tybalt so upset in scene 5, and what does he do about it?
He is upset because he heard Romeo’s voice and they are from opposite families. He wants to fight him but his uncle tells him off.
Transgression
wrongdoing; sin
Augmented
increased or enlarged
Toil
to work hard, or (n.) hard work
Grievance
complaint; injustice
Valiant
possessing or showing courage or determination; brave
Adversary
one’s opponent in a contest, conflict, or dispute; enemy
Pernicious
causing great injury or ruin; having a harmful effect
Bliss
happiness; great joy
Tyrant
a cruel and oppressive ruler
Strife
conflict or disagreement
