Exploring the Themes and Characters of Romeo and Juliet

What term describes the lovers Romeo and Juliet as mentioned in the prologue?

• Star-crossed

• Doomed

• Joyful

• Fortunate

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In which city did Shakespeare's company perform most of his plays?

• Madrid

• Paris

• London

• Rome

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What was the name of Shakespeare's company after receiving a royal patent?

• The Royal Company

• The Queen's Men

• The King's Men

• The Shakespeare Company

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What concept was central to the Renaissance movement?

• Colonialism

• Feudalism

• Modernism

• Humanism

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What was a common characteristic of theaters during the Renaissance?

• Use of artificial lights

• Indoor settings

• Minimal props

• Elaborate costumes

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Where is the setting of Romeo and Juliet?

• Venice, Italy

• Verona, Italy

• Valencia, Spain

• Vienna, Austria

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What event leads to Romeo's banishment?

• He kills Tybalt

• He insults the Capulets

• He marries Juliet

• He steals from the Prince

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What drastic step do Romeo and Juliet take to be together?

• Escape to another city

• Fake Juliet's death

• Challenge their families

• Reveal their marriage

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What symbolizes the conflict between true love and officially sanctioned love in the play?

• Marriage

• Daggers

• The moon

• Poison

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How does Juliet's story continue to live on today?

• A statue in Verona

• A yearly festival

• Letters addressed to her in Verona

• Through a museum in her honor

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