Romeo And Juliet Timeline

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Romeo And Juliet Timeline - Quiz

One of the classic Shakespearean plays, Romeo and Juliet, has quite an interesting timeline. Can you answer all of these Romeo and Juliet questions?


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    How many days occur throughout the play?

    • A.

      5

    • B.

      6

    • C.

      7

    • D.

      It never says

    Correct Answer
    A. 5
    Explanation
    Throughout the play, there are five days that occur. This information is explicitly stated or implied in the text.

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  • 2. 

    When do Romeo and Juliet first meet?

    • A.

      On the balcony

    • B.

      At a house party

    • C.

      Their families introduce them

    • D.

      Forced marriage

    Correct Answer
    B. At a house party
    Explanation
    Romeo and Juliet first meet at a house party. This is a significant moment in the play as it is where they first lay eyes on each other and instantly fall in love. The party is hosted by Juliet's family, the Capulets, and Romeo attends the party uninvited. They meet and share their first conversation, which leads to a deep connection between them. This encounter sets the stage for their forbidden love and the tragic events that follow.

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  • 3. 

    How many days before Romeo and Juliet fall in love?

    • A.

      Three

    • B.

      One week

    • C.

      Oh, it's love at first sight!

    • D.

      They don't fall in love

    Correct Answer
    C. Oh, it's love at first sight!
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Oh, it's love at first sight!" This is because in the classic play Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare, the two main characters instantly fall in love with each other as soon as they lay eyes on each other at a party. Their love is portrayed as passionate and intense from the very beginning, which is why the answer suggests that their love is immediate and not something that develops over time.

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  • 4. 

    How many days pass before Romeo and Juliet are married?

    • A.

      Three

    • B.

      Two

    • C.

      One

    • D.

      They never get married

    Correct Answer
    C. One
    Explanation
    Romeo and Juliet get married after one day. In Shakespeare's play, "Romeo and Juliet," the two young lovers meet and fall in love at first sight. They decide to get married the next day, with the help of Friar Laurence. The quick decision to marry shows their impulsive and passionate nature, which ultimately leads to their tragic fate.

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  • 5. 

    Who is the first person to die in the play?

    • A.

      Mercutio

    • B.

      Tybalt

    • C.

      Juliet

    • D.

      Romeo

    Correct Answer
    A. Mercutio
    Explanation
    Mercutio is the first person to die in the play. In Shakespeare's play "Romeo and Juliet," Mercutio is a close friend of Romeo and is known for his wit and humor. He gets into a heated argument with Tybalt, Juliet's cousin, and they engage in a duel. Romeo attempts to intervene, but Mercutio is fatally wounded by Tybalt. Mercutio's death serves as a turning point in the play, leading to a series of tragic events that ultimately result in the deaths of Romeo and Juliet.

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  • 6. 

    When does the Prince of Verona banish Romeo from Verona?

    • A.

      Monday

    • B.

      Tuesday

    • C.

      Wednesday

    • D.

      He doesn't

    Correct Answer
    A. Monday
  • 7. 

    What is the very last event of the play?

    • A.

      Romeo dies

    • B.

      Juliet dies

    • C.

      The families end their feud

    • D.

      Romeo glances over Juliet's coffin

    Correct Answer
    C. The families end their feud
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "The families end their feud." This is the very last event of the play because it signifies a resolution to the long-standing conflict between the Montagues and the Capulets. The deaths of Romeo and Juliet serve as a catalyst for the families to finally put aside their differences and reconcile. This event brings closure to the story and demonstrates the consequences of their feud, ultimately leading to a bittersweet ending.

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  • 8. 

    Between the two lovers, who dies first?

    • A.

      Romeo

    • B.

      Juliet

    • C.

      Neither of them die

    • D.

      They die at the same time

    Correct Answer
    A. Romeo
    Explanation
    Romeo dies first because in William Shakespeare's play "Romeo and Juliet," Romeo takes a potion that makes him appear dead. When Juliet finds him lifeless, she takes her own life. Therefore, Romeo's death occurs before Juliet's.

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