Apothecary

Which character is a pharmacist in Mantua?

• Chorus

• Friar Lawrence

• Apothecary

Why does Romeo go to the apothecary?

• Romeo wanted medicine because he was sick.

• Romeo wanted to purchase poison.

• Romeo needed some counsel.

• He was meeting Juliet there.

What is the primary role of an apothecary in historical contexts?

• A) To write plays

• B) To sell medicines and herbs

• C) To teach philosophy

• D) To govern a city

In Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet', what does the apothecary sell to Romeo?

• A) A love potion

• B) A sword

• C) Poison

• D) A map

Which of the following best describes the term 'apothecary'?

• A) A place where books are kept

• B) A person who prepares and sells medicines

• C) A type of ancient weapon

• D) A style of architecture

What is the modern equivalent of an apothecary?

• A) Pharmacist

• B) Architect

• C) Lawyer

• D) Chef

In literature, what is a common role of an apothecary character?

• A) Villain

• B) Healer

• C) Warrior

• D) King

Which of the following words is a synonym for 'apothecary'?

• A) Doctor

• B) Pharmacist

• C) Teacher

• D) Engineer

In the context of a story, why might a character visit an apothecary?

• A) To buy a house

• B) To seek medical remedies

• C) To learn a new language

• D) To find a lost item

What is the origin of the word 'apothecary'?

• A) Latin

• B) Greek

• C) French

• D) German