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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At the beginning of Act 1, Scene 2, Capulet and Paris discuss _________.
(a) Romeo's discouragement over Rosaline.
(b) The upcoming party at Capulet's house.
(c) The feud between the families.
(d) The Prince's declaration about the feud.

2. Lady Capulet compares Paris to what?
(a) A violent storm.
(b) A fish.
(c) A beautiful book.
(d) A beautiful horse.

3. In lines 11 and 12, Romeo says, "Give me a torch, I am not for this ambling./Being but heavy, I will bear the light." This is an example of what?
(a) A simile.
(b) A pun.
(c) Personification.
(d) An allegory.

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

5. Romeo's last speech during Act 1, Scene 4 reveals what?
(a) He fears something bad will happen as a result of the night's activities.
(b) He fears Mercutio will come to an unfortunate end.
(c) He fears he will never earn Rosaline's love.
(d) He fears he will never find his future wife if they do not get to the party soon.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Montague ask for an account of the brawl in Act 1, Scene 1?

2. In Act 1, Scene 1, Tybalt accuses Benvolio of what?

3. The feud between the Capulets and Montagues has caused ______________.

4. Who advises Romeo to "beat love down"?

5. At the beginning of the play, Montague and Lady Montague are concerned about Romeo because _________.

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