Romeo and Juliet: Key Events and Characters

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Who is Juliet's closest confidante?

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Her nurse.

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Who finds Juliet after she takes Friar Lawrence's potion?

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The Nurse.

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Who famously asks, 'O Romeo, Romeo, wherefore art thou Romeo?'

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Juliet.

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Which character is Romeo's cousin and friend?

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Benvolio.

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How does Romeo die?

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With poison in Juliet's tomb.

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What is the relationship between the Montagues and Capulets?

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They are feuding families.

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What event leads to Romeo and Juliet's secret marriage?

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Their love for each other despite their families' feud.

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Who kills Mercutio?

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Tybalt.

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What does Juliet take to avoid marrying Paris?

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A potion given by Friar Lawrence.

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What is the consequence of Romeo's banishment?

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He cannot see Juliet.