Romeo and Juliet Review

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Who is Romeo's cousin who tries to make peace between the fighting families?

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Benvolio is Romeo's cousin who attempts to mediate peace between the Montagues and Capulets.

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Why is Romeo sad in Act I?

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Romeo is sad because he is in love with Rosaline, who does not return his feelings.

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Who says, 'A pair of star-crossed lovers take their life; doth with their death bury their parents' strife'?

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The Chorus introduces the play with this line, foreshadowing the tragic fate of Romeo and Juliet.

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Who arrives at the Capulet tomb first after Juliet's internment?

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Paris arrives at the Capulet tomb first.

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What family does Romeo belong to?

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Romeo belongs to the Montague family.

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What is the significance of the term 'star-crossed lovers'?

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'Star-crossed lovers' refers to Romeo and Juliet, whose love is doomed by fate.

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What role does Mercutio play in the story?

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Mercutio is Romeo's close friend, known for his witty and playful nature.

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What is the main conflict in 'Romeo and Juliet'?

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The main conflict is the feud between the Montagues and Capulets, which affects Romeo and Juliet's love.

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How does Tybalt react to Romeo's presence at the Capulet party?

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Tybalt is furious and wants to confront Romeo for crashing the party.

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What does Juliet mean when she says, 'O Romeo, Romeo! Wherefore art thou Romeo?'

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Juliet is lamenting Romeo's name, wishing he were not a Montague, the enemy of her family.