Romeo and Juliet Act I-III Scene I Review

Who is a tragic hero?

• A character who always succeeds.

• An admirable figure who has a personal failing that leads to his or her downfall.

• A character who never speaks.

• A villain in a comedy.

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What is a monologue?

• A long speech made by one character to one or more other characters onstage.

• A conversation between two characters.

• A silent gesture by an actor.

• A musical number performed by a group.

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What is introduced in Act I of a Shakespearean tragedy?

• The resolution of the play

• The tragic hero and basic setting

• The climax of the story

• The final outcome

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What occurs during Act II of a Shakespearean tragedy?

• The resolution of conflicts

• The introduction of characters

• Complications to the initial conflict

• The final battle

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What is the main event of Act III in a Shakespearean tragedy?

• The introduction of the tragic hero

• The resolution of the play

• The crisis and a crucial choice by the tragic hero

• The falling action

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Match each description with the correct role it plays in a Shakespearean tragedy.

• Role of Act III in a Shakespearean tragedy

• It serves as a bridge towards the conclusion

• Role of Act V in a Shakespearean tragedy

• It introduces the main characters

• Role of Act IV in a Shakespearean tragedy

• It ties up all loose ends

• Role of Act I in a Shakespearean tragedy

• The tragic hero, motivated by his tragic flaw, makes a decision that will lead to his death

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How does a Shakespearean tragedy typically end in Act V?

• With a happy resolution

• With many deaths and a short resolution

• With the introduction of new characters

• With a tragic marriage

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In the Prologue, what does the chorus say will happen to the two lovers?

• They will live happily ever after.

• They will face many challenges but overcome them.

• They will die.

• They will become rulers of Verona.

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What does the Prince say he will do to anyone who fights in the future?

• Exile them from Verona.

• Sentence them to death.

• Fine them heavily.

• Imprison them for life.

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What is the nurse's opinion of Paris?

• She thinks he is handsome and a good match for Juliet.

• She dislikes him and thinks he is arrogant.

• She is indifferent and has no opinion.

• She believes he is too old for Juliet.

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