Romeo & Juliet Act 1 Scenes 1, 2 And 3
Questions and Answers
- 1.
Which of the following is a Capulet?
- A.
Romeo
- B.
Tybalt
- C.
Abraham
- D.
Sampson
- E.
Benvolio
Correct Answer(s)
B. Tybalt
C. AbrahamExplanation
Tybalt is a Capulet because in William Shakespeare's play "Romeo and Juliet," Tybalt is a member of the Capulet family. He is Juliet's cousin and plays a significant role in the conflict between the Capulets and the Montagues. Abraham, Sampson, and Benvolio are characters from the play, but they do not belong to the Capulet family. Romeo, on the other hand, is a Montague, not a Capulet.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Why does Benvolio draw his sword in Act 1 Scene 1? Use quotes to support your answer.
- 3.
In Act 1, Scene 1, who says, "A crutch, a crutch! Why call you for a sword?" to whom and why?
Correct Answer(s)
Lady CapuletExplanation
She says this to Capulet because she thinks he is too old too fight and would be better off asking for a walking stick!Rate this question:
- 4.
In Act 1, Scene 1, who says, 'Throw your mistempered weapons to the ground."?
Correct Answer(s)
Prince Escalus of VeronaExplanation
In Act 1, Scene 1, Prince Escalus of Verona says, "Throw your mistempered weapons to the ground." This statement suggests that Prince Escalus wants to put an end to the ongoing conflict between the two feuding families, the Montagues and the Capulets. By ordering the weapons to be thrown down, he is trying to prevent any further violence and restore peace in Verona.Rate this question:
- 5.
In Act 1, Scene 1, who says, "Ay me! Sad hours seem long."?
Correct Answer(s)
RomeoExplanation
In Act 1, Scene 1 of the play, Romeo says, "Ay me! Sad hours seem long." This line is spoken by Romeo himself, expressing his melancholy and the feeling that time passes slowly when one is sad. It reflects Romeo's emotional state and sets the tone for his character as a lovesick and melancholic young man.Rate this question:
- 6.
In Act 1 Scene 1, who says, "I serve a good a man as you."?
Correct Answer(s)
SampsonExplanation
In Act 1 Scene 1, Sampson says, "I serve a good a man as you." This statement suggests that Sampson is addressing someone and asserting that he serves a man who is equally as good as the person he is speaking to. This could be seen as a display of loyalty and pride in his service.Rate this question:
- 7.
In Act 1 Scene 1, who says, "...o brawling love, o loving hate..."?
Correct Answer(s)
RomeoExplanation
In Act 1 Scene 1, Romeo says, "...o brawling love, o loving hate..." This quote reflects Romeo's conflicting emotions and inner turmoil. He is expressing his love for Rosaline while also feeling the pain and frustration that comes with unrequited love. The use of contradictory words like "brawling" and "loving" highlights the intense and contradictory nature of his feelings. This quote sets the tone for Romeo's character and foreshadows the tumultuous journey of love and passion that he will embark on throughout the play.Rate this question:
- 8.
The following quotations are about time. Who says each and to whom? " Younger than you, Here in Verona, ladies of esteem Are made already mothers."?
- A.
Capulet
- B.
Lady Capulet
- C.
Nurse
- D.
Paris
Correct Answer
B. Lady CapuletExplanation
Lady Capulet says this quote to Juliet. She is informing Juliet that in Verona, girls younger than her are already becoming mothers, implying that Juliet should also consider getting married and starting a family.Rate this question:
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- 9.
"Younger than she are happy mothers made."
- A.
Capulet
- B.
Lady Capulet
- C.
Nurse
- D.
Paris
Correct Answer
D. ParisExplanation
Paris is the correct answer because in this quote from Capulet, he is referring to the fact that many women younger than Lady Capulet are already mothers and therefore happy. This implies that Paris, who is interested in marrying Juliet, is also younger than Lady Capulet and could potentially make her a happy mother as well.Rate this question:
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- 10.
"She hath not seen the change of fourteen years."
- A.
Capulet
- B.
Lady Capulet
- C.
Nurse
- D.
Paris
Correct Answer
A. CapuletExplanation
Capulet is the correct answer because in this quote, he is referring to his daughter Juliet and stating that she has not yet reached the age of fourteen. This suggests that Capulet is aware of Juliet's age and is discussing it with either Lady Capulet, the Nurse, or Paris.Rate this question:
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