Romeo and Juliet Quiz

Explain the metaphor "A pair of star-cross'd lovers" in the context of the play. What does it suggest about the relationship between Romeo and Juliet? How does it foreshadow events in the story?

What does the metaphor "star-cross'd lovers" imply about Romeo and Juliet's fate?

• a) They are destined to be together despite obstacles.

• b) Their love is constantly influenced by celestial forces.

• c) Their love is forbidden and doomed to end tragically.

• d) They are blessed by the stars to find true love.

Answer explanation

The metaphor 'star-cross'd lovers' implies that Romeo and Juliet's love is forbidden and doomed to end tragically (Choice c).

What does Romeo's comparison of Juliet to "a snowy dove trooping with crows" suggest about her?

• a) She is surrounded by undesirable people.

• b) She is pure and stands out among the crowd.

• c) She is fragile and easily influenced.

• d) She is mysterious and enigmatic.

Answer explanation

Romeo's comparison suggests that Juliet is pure and stands out among the crowd.

In Act 1, Scene 5, lines 90–93, what does Romeo compare Juliet to?

• a) A jewel in an Ethiope's ear

• b) A lily among thorns

• c) A dove among crows

• d) A rose in bloom

Answer explanation

Romeo compares Juliet to a jewel in an Ethiope's ear in Act 1, Scene 5, lines 90–93.

Which metaphor is used in the first prologue to describe Romeo and Juliet's love?

• a) "A pair of star-cross'd lovers"

• b) "A love that defies all odds"

• c) "A tale of woe and tragedy"

• d) "A bond stronger than steel"

Answer explanation

The first prologue describes Romeo and Juliet's love as 'A pair of star-cross'd lovers', making choice a) the correct answer.

What emotion does Romeo express through his comparison of Juliet to "a snowy dove trooping with crows"?

• a) Despair

• b) Joy

• c) Love

• d) Anger

Answer explanation

Romeo expresses love through his comparison of Juliet to a snowy dove trooping with crows. This highlights choice c) Love as the correct answer.

Who speaks first in Act 1, Scene 5, lines 90–93 of "Romeo and Juliet"?

• a) Juliet

• b) Tybalt

• c) Benvolio

• d) Romeo

Answer explanation

In Act 1, Scene 5, lines 90–93 of 'Romeo and Juliet', Juliet speaks first. She is the correct choice (a) in the answer options.

What does Romeo mean when he compares Juliet to "a snowy dove trooping with crows"?

• a) Juliet is surrounded by undesirable people.

• b) Juliet stands out among a crowd of unattractive people.

• c) Juliet is pure and innocent compared to the others around her.

• d) Juliet is like a fragile bird in a menacing environment.

Answer explanation

Romeo compares Juliet to a snowy dove trooping with crows to emphasize that she stands out among a crowd of unattractive people.

What is the first metaphor used by Romeo in Act 1, Scene 5, Lines 90–93, to describe Juliet?

• a) "She doth teach the torches to burn bright"

• b) "As a rich jewel in an Ethiope's ear"

• c) "Like a snowy dove trooping with crows"

• d) "So shows a snowy dove trooping with crows"

Answer explanation

Romeo's first metaphor in Act 1, Scene 5, Lines 90–93, to describe Juliet is 'Like a snowy dove trooping with crows'. This choice stands out as it compares Juliet's beauty to a dove among crows.

What literary device is used in Romeo's speech in Act 1, Scene 5, lines 90–93?

• a) Simile

• b) Metaphor

• c) Personification

• d) Hyperbole

Answer explanation

Romeo's speech in Act 1, Scene 5, lines 90–93 uses a metaphor. It compares Juliet to a bright jewel, emphasizing her beauty and worth.