9th ELA Final Exam Study Guide Part 1*

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Who is Tybalt in 'Romeo and Juliet'?

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Tybalt is a character in Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet', known for his fiery temper and hatred for the Montagues.

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What does Juliet fear before taking the potion?

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Juliet fears that the potion will not work, that it will actually kill her, and that she will wake up early and go insane.

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Who does Romeo refer to when he says, 'I never saw real beauty until tonight'?

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Romeo is referring to Juliet.

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What is the significance of Capulet moving up Juliet's wedding date?

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It affects the timing of Friar Lawrence’s plan to help Juliet escape her marriage to Paris.

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What does the Prologue of 'Romeo and Juliet' represent in the plot structure?

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The Prologue represents the Exposition, introducing the main characters and setting.

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Define 'Exposition' in a narrative structure.

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Exposition is the part of a story that provides background information, setting, and introduces characters.

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What is the role of Friar Lawrence in 'Romeo and Juliet'?

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Friar Lawrence is a priest who helps Romeo and Juliet in their secret marriage and devises plans to reunite them.

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

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The main conflict is the feud between the Montagues and Capulets, which prevents Romeo and Juliet from being together.

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What does the term 'foreshadowing' mean?

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Foreshadowing is a literary device used to give an indication or hint of what is to come later in the story.

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What is a 'tragic flaw'?

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A tragic flaw is a character trait that leads to the downfall of the protagonist in a tragedy.