Romeo & juliet Act 3. Scene 4

Who is present in Act 3, Scene 4 of Romeo and Juliet?

• Lord Montague, Lady Montague, and Benvolio are present to discuss Romeo’s exile.

• Lord Capulet is speaking with Friar Laurence about arranging Juliet’s funeral.

• Lord Capulet, Lady Capulet, Paris, and a servant are present in this scene.

• Lord montague

  Lady montague

  Romeo and juliet.

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Why do Capulet and Paris discuss Juliet’s marriage?

• Paris is eager to marry Juliet, and the Capulets are now willing to move forward with the marriage.

• Capulet and Paris discuss Juliet’s marriage because Paris is already married to Juliet, and they are planning a second wedding ceremony to renew their vows.

• Capulet and Paris discuss Juliet’s marriage because she has already eloped with Romeo, and Paris wants to annul the marriage.

• Capulet and Paris are discussing Juliet’s marriage because Juliet has been refusing to marry anyone, including Paris, for several years.

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How does Capulet’s attitude toward Juliet’s marriage change in this scene?

• Capulet’s attitude changes because he decides Juliet should marry Romeo instead of Paris after learning about their secret relationship.

• Capulet’s attitude changes because he initially wants Juliet to marry immediately, but then he decides she should wait a few more years.

• Capulet’s attitude changes because he feels that Juliet should become a nun instead of getting married.

• Capulet, who had previously wanted to wait for a better time, is now eager to arrange the marriage quickly due to Tybalt’s death and Juliet’s apparent grief.

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Why is Juliet not present in this scene?

• Juliet is away visiting her cousin in another city.

• Juliet is mourning the banishment of Romeo, and the Capulets believe she is mourning Tybalt’s death.

• Juliet is busy preparing for her wedding with Romeo.

• Juliet is at a public event hosted by the Capulets.

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What decision is made about Juliet’s marriage to Paris in this scene?

• The decision is made to delay the marriage until Juliet turns 18.

• The decision is made that Juliet will marry Romeo instead of Paris.

• Capulet decides that Juliet will marry Paris in just a few days, on Thursday.

• The decision is made to cancel Juliet’s marriage to Paris because she refuses to marry him.

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What is the timeframe Capulet sets for Juliet’s marriage to Paris?

• Capulet sets the marriage for Thursday, which is just three days away from the current day in the play.

• Capulet sets the timeframe for Juliet’s marriage to Paris for one year from now.

• Capulet decides that Juliet will marry Paris immediately, with the wedding happening that very day.

• Capulet establishes a timeframe of three months for Juliet’s marriage to Paris.

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What reason does Capulet give Paris for the sudden arrangement?

• Capulet tells Paris that Juliet is already in love with someone else and that they must marry quickly before she changes her mind.

• Capulet believes that a swift marriage will help Juliet overcome her grief for Tybalt.

• Capulet explains to Paris that he has received a prophecy predicting Juliet will marry within the week, so they must arrange the wedding quickly.

• Capulet states that Juliet has been ill and needs to marry quickly for her health and recovery.

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How does Paris respond to Capulet’s decision?

• Paris is ecstatic and immediately agrees to wait for Juliet, saying he will not rush the marriage.

• Paris expresses anger at Capulet for deciding Juliet should marry Romeo instead of him.

• Paris insists that Juliet should marry him immediately, claiming that he does not need Capulet’s permission.

• Paris gratefully accepts Capulet’s decision and is eager to marry Juliet as soon as possible.

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How does Capulet plan to inform Juliet of the marriage?

• Capulet plans to send a messenger to Juliet’s bedroom to tell her directly that she is to marry Paris.

• Capulet decides to write a letter to Juliet and leave it on her pillow for her to find.

• Capulet plans to tell Juliet about the marriage himself, believing that she will be obedient and accept the decision.

• Capulet intends to announce the marriage at the next town meeting, expecting Juliet to be present.

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What role does Lady Capulet play in this scene?

• Lady Capulet is present but plays a minor role, simply supporting her husband’s decision to marry Juliet to Paris.

• Lady Capulet actively opposes the marriage between Juliet and Paris, arguing that Juliet is too young to marry.

• Lady Capulet tries to convince Capulet to allow Juliet to marry Romeo instead of Paris.

• Lady Capulet organizes a grand feast to celebrate Juliet’s decision to marry Rome

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