Romantic Love

Question 1

Shakespeare uses an extended religious metaphor to underline the depth and purity of their love

Answer 1

‘Ay, pilgrim, lips that they must use in pray’r.’

Question 2

Shakespeare uses metaphorical language to illustrate Juliet’s importance to Romeo.

Answer 2

‘It is east, and Juliet is the sun.’

Question 3

Shakespeare uses connotations to highlight Romeo’s immediate infatuation of Juliet’s beauty.

Answer 3

‘Snowy dove trooping with crows.’