Understanding "Romeo and Juliet": Literary Devices and Dynamics

Which of the following is an example of an oxymoron from "Romeo and Juliet"?

• Freezing ice

• Spicy shrimp

• Totally sweet

• Living death

What motif is prevalent throughout "Romeo and Juliet" and symbolizes the inevitability of fate?

• Stars

• Flowers

• Light and darkness

• Blood

The theme of "Romeo and Juliet" can best be described as:

• The power of friendship

• The destructiveness of feuds

• The importance of honor

• The adventure of travel

Which of the following best describes the tone of "Romeo and Juliet"?

• Optimistic and cheerful

• Dark and foreboding

• Light-hearted and humorous

• Indifferent and neutral

The relationship between Juliet and the Nurse can be described as:

• Friendship

• Frenemies

• A mother-daughter bond

• Sisterly

Which of the following is an example of dramatic irony in "Romeo and Juliet"?

• Romeo and Juliet falling in love at first sight

• The audience knows Juliet is alive when Romeo believes she is dead

• Tybalt challenging Romeo to a duel

• The Prince exiling Romeo from Verona

"Parting is such sweet sorrow" is an example of what literary device?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Oxymoron

• Hyperbole

The repeated references to fate, dreams, and stars throughout the play serves as what literary device?

• Hyperbole

• Motif

• Symbol

• Oxymoron

The theme of fate versus free will is most closely associated with which motif?

• The passing of time

• Dreams

• Stars

• Poison

Romeo's relationship with Mercutio can best be described as:

• Competitive

• Brotherly

• Distant

• Hostile