Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet Review

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How old is Juliet?

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Juliet is 13 years old.

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What is the setting of the play?

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The setting of the play is Verona.

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What does Romeo have a premonition of before he arrives at the Capulet ball?

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Romeo has a premonition of an 'untimely death'.

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Who do Lord and Lady Capulet want Juliet to marry?

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Lord and Lady Capulet want Juliet to marry Paris.

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What is the climax of the play?

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The climax is represented by the line 'O, I am Fortune's Fool!'.

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What is the significance of the feud between the Montagues and Capulets?

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The feud drives the plot and leads to the tragic fate of Romeo and Juliet.

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What role does fate play in Romeo and Juliet?

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Fate is a central theme, suggesting that the characters are doomed from the start.

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What is the meaning of 'star-crossed lovers'?

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'Star-crossed lovers' refers to Romeo and Juliet's ill-fated love.

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How does the theme of love manifest in the play?

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The theme of love is explored through romantic love, familial love, and friendship.

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What is the role of the Nurse in Juliet's life?

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The Nurse acts as a confidante and caregiver to Juliet.