Exploring Act 2 Scene 1 of Romeo and Juliet

In this transcript, Romeo's old feelings for Rosaline fade as he falls in love with Juliet. Despite the danger of loving an enemy, both Romeo and Juliet are deeply in love. Mercutio humorously tries to summon Romeo, who is hiding, by invoking Rosaline's attributes. The transcript explores themes of love, desire, and the challenges of forbidden romance.

What causes Romeo's old feelings for Rosaline to fade?

• He meets Juliet

• He moves to a new city

• Rosaline rejects him

• He decides to become a monk

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What does Romeo's new love give him?

• Power and opportunity

• Wealth and fame

• Fear and anxiety

• Loneliness and despair

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Why is Romeo's love for Juliet complicated?

• Juliet is already married

• Romeo is engaged to someone else

• Their families are enemies

• Juliet lives in another country

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What do Romeo's friends think he is doing when he disappears?

• Meeting Juliet

• Writing poetry

• Sleeping at home

• Fighting with Tybalt

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What does Mercutio call Romeo while trying to summon him?

• Madman, passion, lover

• Coward, fool, traitor

• Stranger, enemy, rival

• Hero, friend, brother

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How does Mercutio try to summon Romeo?

• By playing music

• By invoking Rosaline's features

• By calling his name

• By sending a messenger

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What does Mercutio say about love being blind?

• It is always right

• It never lasts

• It belongs in the dark

• It can see everything

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Who does Mercutio mention while trying to summon Romeo?

• Benvolio

• Venus and Cupid

• Tybalt

• Juliet

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What does Mercutio wish for Romeo under the medlar tree?

• That he returns home

• That he forgets Rosaline

• That his mistress were a fruit

• That he finds peace

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Why do Mercutio and Benvolio give up searching for Romeo?

• They are tired

• They are afraid of the dark

• They think he doesn't want to be found

• They have other plans

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