R&J Act I & II Flashcardizz Review

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Juliet sneaks away to marry Romeo by

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pretending to go to confession at Friar Lawrence's.

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What is the term for self-love?

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Philautia.

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What does Romeo mean when he says Balthasar is a 'man as true as steel'?

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This is an example of Direct Characterization.

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Who is Escalus in 'Romeo and Juliet'?

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Escalus is the Prince of Verona.

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What will Escalus do if the Capulets and Montagues fight again?

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He will execute anyone who disturbs the peace.

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What is a couplet in poetry?

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Two lines of verse that form a unit and usually rhyme.

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

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The feud between the Capulets and Montagues.

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What literary device is used when a character speaks to themselves to reveal thoughts?

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Soliloquy.

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

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The Nurse acts as a confidante and messenger for Juliet.

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What does the term 'foreshadowing' mean in literature?

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Hints or clues about what will happen later in the story.