Romeo and Juliet 3.5 Interview with Juliet and her Nurse

Juliet is distressed about her marriage situation, feeling trapped as she is already married to Romeo. The Nurse suggests she marry Paris, who is wealthy and handsome, as Romeo is banished and considered a lost cause. Juliet, however, is not comforted by this advice and plans to seek confession and absolution.

What is Juliet's main concern at the beginning of the transcript?

• She is excited about her upcoming marriage.

• She is upset about a recent argument.

• She is worried about her father's health.

• She is planning a surprise for Romeo.

Why does the nurse suggest Juliet should marry Paris?

• Because Paris is Juliet's childhood friend.

• Because Paris is a better fighter than Romeo.

• Because Paris is wealthy and socially advantageous.

• Because Paris is more handsome than Romeo.

What does the nurse believe about Juliet's potential marriage to Paris?

• That it will be a temporary arrangement.

• That it will cause a scandal in the family.

• That it is the best option given the circumstances.

• That it will make Juliet unhappy.

How does Juliet respond to the nurse's advice?

• She pretends to agree but plans to seek other advice.

• She argues with the nurse about Romeo's virtues.

• She agrees wholeheartedly with the nurse.

• She immediately decides to marry Paris.

What does Juliet plan to do after speaking with the nurse?

• She plans to tell her mother about the nurse's advice.

• She plans to seek confession and absolution.

• She plans to confront Paris about the marriage.

• She plans to run away with Romeo.