Romeo & Juliet Final Exam
This is the final eam for English I's unit over Romeo & Juliet. Not only does it cover facts about plot and characters from the play, it also includes vocabulary as well as literary elements.
- 1.
In what Italian city does Romeo & Juliet take place?
- A.
Verona
- B.
Rome
- C.
Mantua
- D.
Venice
Correct Answer
A. VeronaExplanation
Romeo & Juliet is a famous play written by William Shakespeare, and it is set in Verona, Italy. Verona is known for being the city where the tragic love story of Romeo and Juliet unfolds. The play revolves around the feuding families of Montague and Capulet, and their children Romeo and Juliet, who fall in love despite the ongoing conflict. Verona's rich history and romantic atmosphere make it the perfect setting for this iconic tale of love and tragedy.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Benvolio tries to stop the fight in the opening scene, but he is stopped by...
- A.
Romeo
- B.
Mercutio
- C.
Tybalt
- D.
Balthasar
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C. TybaltExplanation
In the opening scene, Benvolio attempts to intervene and prevent the fight from escalating further. However, he is prevented from doing so by Tybalt. Tybalt is a hot-headed and aggressive character, known for his quick temper and willingness to engage in conflict. His refusal to back down and allow Benvolio to stop the fight demonstrates his stubbornness and eagerness for violence.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Prince Escalus has threatened to do what if the families don't stop fighting?
- A.
Kill Romeo and Juliet
- B.
Kill Montague and Capulet
- C.
Banish Montague and Capulet
- D.
Kill the people involved in the fight
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D. Kill the people involved in the fightExplanation
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- 4.
At the beginning of the play, Romeo is heartbroken because of...
- A.
Rosaline
- B.
His banishment
- C.
Juliet
- D.
His mother died
Correct Answer
A. RosalineExplanation
At the beginning of the play, Romeo is heartbroken because of Rosaline. This is evident in the text when Romeo expresses his unrequited love for Rosaline and his despair over her lack of affection towards him. He is deeply saddened and feels rejected, which contributes to his melancholic state. This unrequited love for Rosaline sets the stage for Romeo's eventual encounter and infatuation with Juliet.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Romeo wants to go to Capulet's party...
- A.
To check out other women
- B.
To see Juliet
- C.
Because Mercutio wants him to
- D.
To watch the woman who broke his heart
Correct Answer
D. To watch the woman who broke his heartExplanation
Romeo wants to go to Capulet's party to watch the woman who broke his heart. This suggests that Romeo still has feelings for this woman and wants to see her, possibly to understand why she broke his heart or to see if there is any chance of reconciliation. This motivation adds depth to Romeo's character and highlights his emotional turmoil.Rate this question:
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- 6.
In Act I, in regards to Juliet's marriage, Capulet...
- A.
Doesn't want her to get married yet
- B.
Wants her to fall in love and choose her own husband
- C.
Wants her to marry Paris
- D.
Both a and b
Correct Answer
D. Both a and bExplanation
Capulet both doesn't want Juliet to get married yet and wants her to fall in love and choose her own husband. This can be seen in Act I when Capulet tells Paris that Juliet is too young and he wants her to wait a few more years before getting married. However, he also says that if Juliet falls in love with Paris and agrees to marry him, he would support their union. Therefore, Capulet's stance on Juliet's marriage is a combination of not wanting her to get married yet and wanting her to have the freedom to choose her own husband.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Lady Capulet wants...
- A.
Juliet to marry Tybalt
- B.
Juliet to marry Paris
- C.
Juliet to marry Romeo
- D.
Juliet to wait a few more years before getting married
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B. Juliet to marry ParisExplanation
Lady Capulet wants Juliet to marry Paris. This can be inferred from the information given in the question. Lady Capulet's desire for Juliet to marry Paris is a significant plot point in Shakespeare's play "Romeo and Juliet".Rate this question:
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- 8.
Juliet's relationship with the Nurse is like...
- A.
A relationship between a servant and employer
- B.
A relationship between best friends
- C.
The relationship between a nurse and a patient
- D.
The relationship between mother and daughter
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D. The relationship between mother and daughterExplanation
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- 9.
When Romeo shows up at the party, it angers...
- A.
Capulet
- B.
Tybalt
- C.
Paris
- D.
Mercutio
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B. TybaltExplanation
When Romeo shows up at the party, it angers Tybalt because he recognizes Romeo as a Montague, the rival family of the Capulets. Tybalt is known for his hot temper and strong loyalty to his family, so he becomes furious that Romeo has infiltrated their gathering. This anger towards Romeo ultimately leads to a series of tragic events in the play.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Romeo and Juliet learn of each other's identities through...
- A.
The Nurse
- B.
Tybalt
- C.
Capulet
- D.
Mercutio
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A. The NurseExplanation
Romeo and Juliet learn of each other's identities through the Nurse. The Nurse serves as a messenger between the two lovers, facilitating their secret meetings and conversations. She is trusted by both Romeo and Juliet and plays a crucial role in their relationship. Without the Nurse's involvement, Romeo and Juliet may have struggled to communicate and understand each other's true identities. Thus, the Nurse is the means through which Romeo and Juliet discover who the other person is, leading to their passionate love affair.Rate this question:
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