Romeo and Juliet 2.5 Performance: Juliet and Nurse, Lines 20-36

The transcript explores the delivery of news, emphasizing the importance of a positive demeanor even when the news is sad. It highlights physical exhaustion and its effects, the urgency in communication, and the paradox of being out of breath while speaking. The conversation concludes with a focus on clarifying whether the news is good or bad, underscoring the need for clear communication.

What does the speaker suggest about delivering sad news?

• It should be delivered with a serious face.

• It should be delivered in a cheerful manner.

• It should be delivered with a song.

• It should not be delivered at all.

What does the speaker wish to exchange with the nurse?

• Their happiness for the nurse's sadness.

• Their tiredness for the nurse's news.

• Their news for the nurse's bones.

• Their time for the nurse's patience.

How does the speaker feel physically?

• Excited and joyful.

• Calm and relaxed.

• Tired and aching.

• Energetic and lively.

What contradiction does the speaker point out about the nurse?

• The nurse is laughing while delivering serious news.

• The nurse is sitting while claiming to be in a hurry.

• The nurse is smiling while delivering sad news.

• The nurse is speaking while claiming to be out of breath.

What does the speaker want to know about the news?

• If it is funny or serious.

• If it is urgent or not.

• If it is long or short.

• If it is good or bad.