NOTES

These flashcards cover key concepts, characters, and plot developments in Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet' based on the lecture notes.

Act 1 Scene 1

Servants of the Capulets fight with servants of the Montagues, leading to Benvolio trying to maintain peace before Tybalt arrives.

Romeo's Heartache

Romeo is heartbroken over Rosaline, who does not love him back, prompting Benvolio to advise him to look at other girls.

Paris and Juliet

Paris asks Lord Capulet for Juliet's hand in marriage; Capulet suggests that Paris wait since Juliet is only 13.

Benvolio's Advice

Benvolio advises Romeo to go to the Capulet's party to compare Rosaline to other girls.

Romeo's Metaphor

Romeo refers to his sadness using the metaphor 'soul of lead'.

Queen Mab

Mercutio's soliloquy about the fairy Mab, who brings dreams and represents the idea that dreams are insubstantial.

Fate and Foreshadowing

Romeo expresses his fear of fate determining an untimely end during the party.

The Nurse

The Nurse provides comedic relief in the play; she discusses Juliet's potential marriage and brings news of Romeo to her.

Juliet's Balcony Scene

Juliet reveals her willingness to renounce her family name for Romeo, emphasizing the power of love over social barriers.

Mercutio's Death

Mercutio curses both families after being fatally wounded, noting Romeo's part in the chaos.

Romeo's Banishment

Romeo is banished after avenging Mercutio's death by killing Tybalt, leading to Juliet's despair.

Juliet's Desperation

Juliet expresses her willingness to kill herself if Friar Lawrence cannot help her escape the marriage to Paris.

Romeo's Suicide

Romeo believes Juliet is dead and takes poison, leading to the tragic ending.

Final Reconciliation

The Montagues and Capulets reconcile after the deaths of Romeo and Juliet, agreeing to honor each other's children.