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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The Prince reveals that there have already been ____________.
(a) Six battles between families.
(b) Four battles between families.
(c) Three battles between families.
(d) Two battles between families.

2. Romeo claims he is in love as the play opens, but is unhappy because ______________.
(a) His parents oppose the match.
(b) He has no intention of getting married.
(c) The girl he loves does not love him.
(d) He is already engaged to Juliet.

3. The first action Romeo takes at the Capulet party is to do what?
(a) Ask Tybalt who Juliet is.
(b) Ask Capulet for permission to dance with Juliet.
(c) Ask a servant where Tybalt is.
(d) Ask a servant who Juliet is.

4. At the end of Act 2, Scene 1, what do Benvolio and Mercutio decide to do>
(a) Go to Friar Lawrence's cell to ask his advice.
(b) Go home without Romeo.
(c) Follow Romeo to see what he is doing.
(d) Go back to the party to find Tybalt.

5. When will Paris will get his first chance to woo Juliet?
(a) At the Prince's party that evening.
(b) At Friar Lawrence's cell.
(c) At his wedding to Juliet.
(d) At Capulet's party that evening.

Short Answer Questions

1. Benvolio and Mercutio believe Romeo is hiding in Act 2, Scene 1 because __________________.

2. At the Capulet party, Romeo takes Juliet's hand, then offers to do what?

3. What does Romeo decide to do at the start of Act 2, Scene 1?

4. Benvolio suggests Romeo attend the Capulet party in order to ______________.

5. What does Juliet discover about Romeo through the nurse at the end of Act 1?

(see the answer key)

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