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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. Capulet calls the servant "loggerhead," which means __________.

2. In Act 3, Scene 4, Capulet tells Lady Capulet to do what?

3. Friar Laurence tells Friar John that ____________.

4. Capulet is so thrilled with Juliet's behavior in Act 4, Scene 2 that he __________________.

5. In Act 4, Scene 2, Capulet hopes the friar was able to do what?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Juliet so upset that Romeo is banished?

2. In Act 3, Scene 4, Lady Capulet says she will "know Juliet's mind" early the next day. What does this suggest about Juliet's role in the marriage?

3. Why is Capulet so happy in Act 4, Scene 4?

4. What are Capulet's final instructions for the wedding day?

5. What reasons does Friar Laurence give Romeo to be happy in Act 3, Scene 3?

6. In what way has Romeo sold the apothecary "poison"?

7. Why does Friar Laurence ask for an "iron crow" when he learns that Romeo did not get his letter?

8. How has Romeo's name "murdered" Juliet?

9. How do Juliet's verbalized fears in Act 4, Scene 3 foreshadow upcoming events?

10. Why does the Prince banish Romeo instead of ordering his death?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Considering common character archetypes--villain, hero, fool, sidekick, etc.--choose any character from the play and write an essay in which you explore their role as an archetype. Use evidence from the text to support your argument.

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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