act 2

Question 1

What happens in Scene 1 Act 2?

Answer 1

Romeo sneaks away from his friends. Mercutio and Benvolio search for him, joking about his love.

This scene sets the stage for Romeo’s transition from infatuation with Rosaline to his love for Juliet.

Question 2

What happens in Scene 2 Act 2?

Answer 2

Romeo and Juliet confess their love and plan to marry.

This scene includes the famous balcony scene where they declare their feelings for each other.

Question 3

What happens in Scene 3 Act 2?

Answer 3

Romeo asks Friar Laurence to marry them; the friar agrees, hoping it ends the feud.

This moment highlights Friar Laurence’s role as a mediator between the two feuding families.

Question 4

What happens in Scene 4 Act 2?

Answer 4

Romeo tells the Nurse the wedding plans; she will deliver the message to Juliet.

This scene showcases the Nurse’s role as a messenger and her relationship with Juliet.

Question 5

What happens in Scene 5 Act 2?

Answer 5

The Nurse teases Juliet but finally tells her to meet Romeo at Friar Laurence’s cell.

The Nurse’s teasing adds humor and anticipation to Juliet’s eagerness to see Romeo.

Question 6

What happens in Scene 6 Act 2?

Answer 6

Romeo and Juliet secretly marry.

This secret marriage further complicates the plot and deepens the stakes of their love.