Midterm Exam Romeo and Juliet - Act V

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What message does Balthasar report to Romeo in Act V, Scene i?

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Juliet is dead and has been laid to rest in Capulet's tomb.

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Why does the apothecary agree to sell poison to Romeo?

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The apothecary badly needs the money.

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Which quote best supports the apothecary's decision to sell poison to Romeo?

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Apothecary: My poverty but not my will consents.

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What causes Lady Montague's death according to Act V, Scene iii?

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Grief over Romeo's banishment.

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What motivates Paris to visit the churchyard at night?

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His grief over Juliet's death.

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What is the significance of Juliet's death in the context of the play?

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It serves as a catalyst for the tragic ending and highlights the consequences of the feud.

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How does Romeo's character change throughout the play?

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He evolves from a lovesick youth to a desperate man driven by grief.

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What role does fate play in the events of Act V?

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Fate is portrayed as an unavoidable force that leads to the tragic outcomes.

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What is the theme of love in Act V of Romeo and Juliet?

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Love is depicted as both a powerful and destructive force.

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How does Shakespeare use dramatic irony in Act V?

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The audience knows Juliet is alive, but Romeo believes she is dead, leading to tragic consequences.