Kubler's Romeo And Juliet Quiz
English Honors Class Quiz on Romeo and Juliet
- 1.
True or False: The plot for Shakespeare's play, Romeo and Juliet, is based on an original story written by Shakespeare.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Shakespeare borrowed elements of this plot story from several earlier sources. Check it out online, at various search engines.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Please click on and watch this video clip below: What type of Shakespearian dramatic device is this video an example of?
- A.
A cheesy modern remake of the play with overpowering visuals.
- B.
A character's soliloquy.
- C.
A character's aside to the audience.
- D.
A prologue that introduces the setting of the play.
- E.
A metaphorical digression on themes of the play.
Correct Answer
D. A prologue that introduces the setting of the play.Explanation
It's a modern version of a prologue to the play, often spoken by one of the minor characters. The movie, however, was also Cheesy!Rate this question:
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- 3.
Which of these young characters in the play are from the Capulet family? Check all that apply.
- A.
Tybalt
- B.
Benvolio
- C.
Juliet
- D.
Romeo
- E.
Mercutio
Correct Answer(s)
A. Tybalt
C. JulietExplanation
Tybalt and Juliet are both young characters from the Capulet family in the play. Tybalt is Juliet's cousin and known for his hot temper and aggressive nature. Juliet is the daughter of Lord and Lady Capulet and is the female lead in the play.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Click on and watch this video clip from a famous film of the play: Consider Romeo's character in this scene. Why is this scene significant for the development of Romeo's tragic character in the play?
- A.
It shows Romeo has compassion for his enemies and tries to be a peacemaker between Tybalt and Mercutio.
- B.
It shows Romeo is athletic and strong and capable of defending himself, even against a strong Tybalt.
- C.
It shows Romeo honors his duty and his family name by standing up for his rights against the Capulet bullies.
- D.
It shows Romeo is impetuous and easily jumps to revenge against Tybalt without thinking about the consequences.
- E.
It shows Romeo believes the feuding between the families is unwarranted and ridiculous.
Correct Answer
D. It shows Romeo is impetuous and easily jumps to revenge against Tybalt without thinking about the consequences.Explanation
When Romeo runs out to strike revenge against Tybalt for killing Mercutio, he is condemning himself to banishment for defying the law.Rate this question:
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- 5.
What tragic choice did Romeo make in the play after Mercutio's accidental death in the duel with Tybalt?
- A.
He defied his parents' wishes and married Juliet in secret.
- B.
He assumed Juliet was dead in the tomb, instead of waiting for confirmation.
- C.
He became enraged at Tybalt and, out of revenge, struck out at Tybalt and killed him.
- D.
He trusted in Friar Laurence's wisdom.
- E.
He is overly emotional and impetuous in love, and falls in and out of love too quickly.
Correct Answer
C. He became enraged at Tybalt and, out of revenge, struck out at Tybalt and killed him.Explanation
The answer to this must show that the choice happened after Mercutio's death, and that the tragic events were set in motion because of this choice.Rate this question:
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- 6.
What tragic choice did Juliet make in the play?
- A.
She disobeyed her parents' wishes for marriage.
- B.
She tried to test Romeo's love for her.
- C.
She was headstrong and rebellious, speaking her own mind.
- D.
She trusted in Friar Laurence's wisdom.
- E.
She tried to fake her death instead of running away to live with Romeo in banishment.
Correct Answer
E. She tried to fake her death instead of running away to live with Romeo in banishment.Explanation
The answer here lies in whether or not her choice above would result in tragic deaths. If not, perhaps her choice was not tragic.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Click on and listen to the audio recording below. What type of figurative language is seen in the following line from this scene? "Arise, fair sun, and kill the envious moon, Who is already sick and pale with grief."
- A.
Metaphor
- B.
Personification
- C.
Simile
- D.
Hyperbole
- E.
Onomatopoeia
Correct Answer
B. PersonificationExplanation
In this line, an inanimate object, the moon, is described as having human qualities of grief and sickness.Rate this question:
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- 8.
True or False: Romeo and Juliet are fated to be victims of their parents' family feud, and are merely star-crossed pawns in the tragic drama.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
To be a tragic hero, the characters must freely choose an action that brings about their suffering. If they are victims, there is no free choice in the play.Rate this question:
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