Romeo and Juliet 1.1 Performance: Romeo, Lines 223b-232

The transcript explores the themes of beauty and perception, discussing how beauty can be both a visible and invisible trait. It reflects on the loss of sight and how it affects memory and perception. The role of beauty is questioned, pondering its purpose and how it serves as a reminder of what is fair. The transcript concludes with a reflection on the inability to forget beauty, emphasizing its lasting impact.

What does the first section suggest about the relationship between sight and appreciation?

• Sight is not necessary for appreciation.

• Losing sight enhances appreciation.

• Sight diminishes appreciation.

• Appreciation is unrelated to sight.

In the second section, what is suggested as the role of beauty?

• To be hidden from view.

• To be admired by everyone.

• To be forgotten easily.

• To serve as a reminder of what is lost.

What question is raised about beauty in the second section?

• Why is beauty fleeting?

• How does beauty affect emotions?

• What is the purpose of beauty?

• How can beauty be preserved?

What is the main theme of the final section?

• The importance of saying farewell.

• The inevitability of forgetting beauty.

• The lasting impact of beauty on memory.

• The transient nature of beauty.

How does the speaker feel about forgetting beauty in the final section?

• Indifferent to forgetting.

• Unable to forget.

• Confident in forgetting.

• Eager to forget.