romeo and juliet test acts 2 and 3

romeo gazes up at juliet's balcony, and stares in wonderment at her beauty. list 3 images or comparisons he used to describe it

1. talks about her eyes, and how they're like stars

2. he says the sun and moon are envious of her beauty

3. her beauty is so heavenly its almost Godlike

no knowing the romeo was listening, juloet talks to herself about what makes this new love so impossible. what does she say about his name?

his name is nothing more than a name, not a body part or anything of importance

how does romeo respond to juliet saying a name is just a name?

he agress with her, and says he would rip it if it was on paper

juliet describes the fickleness love, and the games lovers play. what does she say? she recites some concerns about this new love. what are they?

shes wondering is romeo actually loves her, and also to not swear by it, because he might fall out of love. she hopes that he will be truthful, and for an honest relationship

what agreements do romeo and juliet come to before romeo leaves?

they want to get married, and romeo will find a pastor to marry her, even though she is 14

the friar is up early collecting medical herbs, flowers, and plants. what does he say about their abilities, and man's use of them?

the friar talks about how herbs can kill things, but also heal things, like humans

why is the friar so surprised to see romeo up so early?

because romeo likes to sleep in like other teens

why does romeo say he needs a "remedy"? what is this remedy?

romeo claims to need a remedy because he is so love struck by juliet, and his "remedy" is to get married

the friar is irritated at romeo's announcement of this new-born love. why? what comment does he make about young men's affection?

the friar is irritated at romeo's announcement because he believes that romeo has fallen into love too fast. friar says that sometimes men lie about their love

what reason does the friar give for finally agreeing to help romeo?

he hopes that romeo and juliet's marriage will resolve the feud between the two families

what does mercutio say about tybalt's style of fighting? what nickname does he give him?

mercutio says that tybalt's style of fighting is bad, and that he acts like a girl. he called him the prince of cats

the nurse enters. What message does Romeo give her for Juliet? What additional errand does he send the nurse on?

Romeo tells the nurse where to go for them to get married and bring 3 cords to make a ladder/rope so he can get into Juliet's room

In her impatience for the Nurse to return, what does say about the difference between the young and old?

Juliet says that old people are "slow and heavy and pale as lead" while young people are young

As Juliet tries to get information from her Nurse, what does the Nurse complain about?

the nurse says her bones ache and she is tired

What does the Friar caution Romeo about?

the friar cautions Romeo that their love might not last and to enjoy their time together. as well as telling Romeo to take it slow.

At the beginning of act three, Mercutio and Benvolio are walking in a public place. Why is Benvolio anxious to get off the streets

Benvolio is anxious to get off the streets because he is scared a fight will start with the two houses

Tybalt shows up ready for a fight. How do Mercutio, Benvolio and Romeo first react to Tybalt?

Mercutio- He is ready for a fight after Tybalt starts to talk to Benvolio- He doesn't want to start a fight with everyone aroundRomeo- Tries to negotiate with Tybalt so they wouldn't fight

What does Romeo tell Tybalt by and excuse not to fight? Mercutio is the fight one to respond with disgust at Romeo's excuse. Why is Mercutio disgusted by Romeo? What does he do in responce? (act 3)

Romeo says that he doesn't want to hurt Tybalt and that he loves him but can't tell him why. Mercutio is mad at Romeo because since he won't fight, it's like Tybalt has won. Mercutio and Tybalt fight, and Mercutio dies

Who does Mercutio blame for his death? (act 3)

Montagues and Capulets; "A plague on both your houses!"

What does Romeo say right after he kills tybalt? Why is this interesting? (Act 3)

Romeo says that he has mad a fool of himself. It's interesting because he just got married to Tybalt's relative, and it also foreshadowed it before the party

What does the Prince sentence Romeo to? (act 3)

The Prince banishes Romeo from Verona or will be put to death unless he leaves Verona at once

Describe thee images Juliet used to describe her impatience and longing for the arrival of Romeo and the wedding night?(act 3)

She talks about the stars - night can come quicker. she also talks about how she is like an inpatient child waiting for a festival. Juliet wants the night to hide the blushing on her cheeks. Romeo is liker day and night

What misunderstanding occurs between the Nurse and Juliet when the Nurse returns with the news of Tybalt's death (act 3)

Juliet thought Romeo was dead, not Tybalt

Describe the conflicting feelings Juliet has over the news of Tybalts death (act 3)

Juliet is mad he is dead, but she still loves Romeo. She describes him as a tyrant but he is beautiful. She hates him but still loves him

At what point does it become clear to Juliet where her loyalties should lie? (act 3)

Juliet realizes her loyalties lie with Romeo. "My husband lives, that Tybalt would have to slain; And Tybalt's dead, that would have slain my husband"

How does Juliet defend Romeo? How does the nurse finally comfort Juliet? (act 3)

Juliet defends Romeo by saying that Romeo was acting in self-defense. The Nurse says that she will find Romeo so she can say her last goodbye and to comfort her

Why isn't Romeo relieved to discover that the Prince has only banished him instead of ordering his death? (act 3)

Romeo can't see Juliet and he says thats worse than death

How can Romeo to the Friar's attempt to comfort him? (act 3)

He tells the Friar that he doesn't know how he feels. "Thou canst not speak of that thou dost not feel"

When Romeo threatens suicide, what two reasons does the Friar give that he should not do so? What three reasons does he give Romeo that he should be happy (act 3)

Two reasons why not- Romeo is going to make Juliet sad, hes saying Romeo isn't using himself for what he is made for- the friar says the Romeo should live for JulietThree reasons to be happy- Juliet is alive, Tybalt is dead and if he wasn't Romeo would be, and he is not being put to death

Capulet decides to rush the marriage between Juliet and Paris. Why do you think he chose to do this? Why is he certain Juliet will be willing? (act 3)

Capulet thinks she will be happy and he believes she will do this because she always listens to him

Describe the "Tender" argument that Romeo and Juliet have over whether or not it is dawn? (act 3)

Juliet says it is daytime and Romeo disagrees, Romeo says he will stay and get killed- juliet agrees after and tells him to leave

What premonition does Juliet have as Romeo leaves? How does he reassure her? (act 3)

She sees him as if he is dead because he looks pale. Romeo tells her that it is just because he is sad so he is paler

Why is Lady Capulet a little impatient with Juliet's grief? What is the irony behind her assumption about the cause of Juliets grief? (act 3)

She is impatient with Juliet's grief because she want her to be happy for her wedding day. Lady Capulet thinks Juliet is sad over Tybalts death but she is actually sad over Romeo's banishment

What arguments does Juliet use to try and convince her mother that she cannot marry Paris? (act 3)

Juliet says she is too young

What harsh words does Capulet use in response to Juliet's announcement that she will not marry Paris? Why is he so angry at her refusal? (act 3)

She called her a bag and a coward. he is angry because he thinks it took a lot of effort to get Paris. He also waited and it's his purpose.

What advice does the Nurse give Juliet at the end of this scene? How does Juliet respond? Why do you think she responds this way after her adamant refusal earlier to marry Paris? (act 3)

The Nurse says to marry Paris because he is more wealthy and will be more used to her than Romeo since he is banished. she agrees because all of her family/peers think she should. She later threatens to kill herself.