Romeo and Juliet Vocabulary

Flashcards for key characters and terms in Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet.

Verona

The city where Romeo and Juliet is set, known for its ancient grudge between the Capulets and Montagues.

Benvolio

Montague's nephew and Romeo's cousin, who attempts to keep the peace in Verona.

Tybalt

Juliet's cousin, known for his fiery temper and hatred of the Montagues.

Prince Escalus

The ruler of Verona, who decrees death to anyone who disturbs the peace again.

Romeo

Montague's son, who initially loves Rosaline but falls deeply in love with Juliet.

Rosaline

The woman Romeo initially loves, who has sworn chastity.

Paris

A nobleman who asks Lord Capulet for Juliet’s hand in marriage.

Lord Capulet

Juliet's father, who arranges for her to marry Paris.

Juliet

Capulet's daughter, who falls in love with Romeo.

Queen Mab

A fantastical figure in Mercutio's speech, who influences dreams.

Mercutio

Romeo's close friend, known for his wit and cynicism.

Friar Laurence

A Franciscan friar who agrees to marry Romeo and Julietsecretly.

The Nurse

Juliet's caretaker and confidante.

Mantua

The city where Romeo is banished.

Apothecary

The person who sells Romeo poison.