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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Act 4, Scene 5, the friar claims that Juliet is ___________.
(a) Only sleeping.
(b) In Mantua.
(c) In Heaven.
(d) Pretending to be dead.

2. Ironically, in Act 5, Scene 1, Romeo's dreams have hinted at _____________.
(a) Juliet's death.
(b) Joyful news.
(c) His own suicide
(d) Juliet's arrival.

3. How does the word dignity in line 1 of the prologue suggest both houses are alike?
(a) In social standing.
(b) In relation to Prince Escalus.
(c) In violence.
(d) In sadness.

4. What is Juliet waiting for at the start of Act 2, Scene 5?
(a) For the nurse to arrive with news of Romeo.
(b) For Romeo to arrive.
(c) For Mercutio to arrive with news of Romeo.
(d) For Peter to arrive with news of Romeo.

5. In Act 4, Scene 3, Juliet has a fleeting suspicion that ______________.
(a) The nurse knows she is planning to take the potion.
(b) The potion might give her amnesia.
(c) The friar is still planning to marry her off to Paris.
(d) The potion might actually be a poison.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Act 3, Scene 4, Capulet informs Paris of what?

2. Friar Laurence advises the Capulets to do what in Act 4, Scene 5?

3. Who arrives to speak to Romeo and the friar in Act 3, Scene 3?

4. Who tries to discourage the battle in Act 1, Scene 1?

5. Why does Romeo visit the apothecary in Act 5, Scene 1?

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