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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Prince Escalus declares that the next time the families disturb the peace, they will pay ________.

2. Why must Romeo and Juliet must "steal" their love?

3. Romeo claims he is in love as the play opens, but is unhappy because ______________.

4. Which friend of Romeo's is on Capulet's list of invited guests?

5. When the nurse finally arrives at Juliet's room in Act 2, Scene 5, she claims ___________.

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Capulet respond to Paris' proposal to court Juliet?

2. Why is Mercutio discussing Tybalt's character in Act 2, Scene 4?

3. How does Benvolio respond to Romeo's concerns about attending the Capulet's party?

4. How, in Act 2, scene 3, does the friar promise to assist Romeo?

5. What freedom does Capulet seem to be offering Juliet in her choices for marriage?

6. How is Romeo's love for Juliet different from his love for Rosaline, according to the Act 2 prologue?

7. Why does Capulet discourage Tybalt from confronting Romeo?

8. Why does the nurse prolong Juliet's anxiety in Act 2, Scene 5?

9. Why does Benvolio attempt to convince Romeo to pursue other loves?

10. Benvolio suggests Romeo would be angry if he heard Mercutio talking about Rosaline, but how does the audience know this is not true?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Consider the contrasting motifs of light and dark, or blindness and sight in Romeo and Juliet. Write an essay in which you explore the symbolic meanings of any two contrasting motifs in the play, discussing its contribution to the play's theme or themes.

Essay Topic 2

Romeo and Juliet are often idealized as the ultimate romantic young couple. After reading the play, write an essay in which you defend, refute, or qualify the notion that Romeo and Juliet are the ultimate teenage couple. Be sure to use evidence from the text to support your claim.

Essay Topic 3

Consider the figures available as guides for Romeo and Juliet, such as the nurse, the friar, Capulet, Montague, and the prince. Write an essay in which you identify any character as the most reliable and responsible guide for Romeo and Juliet. Be sure to use evidence from the text to support your answer.

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