Fall Exam 2024 - Part 1 Romeo and Juliet

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What is the purpose of the Prologue in Romeo and Juliet?

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To explain the outcome of the play before it begins.

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What does Capulet mean when he says, "My child is yet a stranger in the world"?

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Juliet is inexperienced and too young to be married.

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What is a defining feature of a Shakespearean sonnet?

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It consists of 14 lines written with an ABAB CDCD EFEF GG rhyme scheme.

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What effect does revealing the ending of the story in the Prologue have on the audience?

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It increases suspense as the audience wonders how the tragic ending will occur.

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What is an example of a euphemism in Capulet’s speech?

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"Earth hath swallowed all my hopes but she".

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

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It sets the stage for the tragic events of the play.

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What role does fate play in Romeo and Juliet?

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Fate is portrayed as a powerful force that determines the characters' destinies.

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How does Juliet's character evolve throughout the play?

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She transforms from a naive girl to a strong, independent woman.

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What is the theme of love in Romeo and Juliet?

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Love is depicted as both beautiful and destructive.

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What is the function of comic relief in the play?

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It provides a break from the intense drama and highlights the seriousness of the main plot.