Romeo And Juliet Act III Quiz Questions
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In Scene I, Mercutio speaks the following line: " Tybalt, you ratcatcher , will you walk?" Mercutio wants Tybalt to ___
- A.
Give up the fight
- B.
Join Mercutio for the evening
- C.
Fight
- D.
Leave quietly
Correct Answer
A. Give up the fightExplanation
Mercutio's line "Tybalt, you ratcatcher, will you walk?" suggests that Mercutio wants Tybalt to give up the fight. The term "ratcatcher" is used as an insult, implying that Tybalt is a lowly and insignificant person. By asking if he will walk, Mercutio is essentially challenging Tybalt to back down and abandon the fight, indicating that Mercutio desires for Tybalt to surrender and not engage in any further conflict.Rate this question:
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- 2.
At first,Romeo doesn't want to fight Tybalt because Romeo__
- A.
Is a coward
- B.
Is now related to Tybalt by marriage
- C.
Thinks Mercutio has a better chance of beating Tybalt
- D.
Is on his way to marry Juliet
Correct Answer
B. Is now related to Tybalt by marriageExplanation
Romeo doesn't want to fight Tybalt because he is now related to Tybalt by marriage. This means that Romeo and Tybalt are now family, as Romeo has recently married Juliet, who is Tybalt's cousin. Romeo's newfound connection to Tybalt through marriage creates a conflict of loyalty and a desire to avoid violence.Rate this question:
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- 3.
The Prince punishes Romeo by___
- A.
Sentencing him to death
- B.
Annulling his marriage
- C.
Banishing him from Verona forever
- D.
Sentencing him to jail
Correct Answer
C. Banishing him from Verona foreverExplanation
The correct answer is banishing him from Verona forever. This punishment means that Romeo is forced to leave Verona and can never return. This is a severe punishment because it separates Romeo from his loved ones and his home. Banishment also implies that Romeo is being excluded from the community and is being cut off from his previous life.Rate this question:
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- 4.
When the prince arrives, Benvolio___
- A.
Promises to bring Romeo to the prince
- B.
Recounts the events of the killings to the prince
- C.
Delivers a message from Romeo to Juliet
- D.
Confesses to the killing of Tybalt to the prince
Correct Answer
B. Recounts the events of the killings to the princeExplanation
When the prince arrives, Benvolio recounts the events of the killings to the prince. This means that Benvolio is providing a detailed account or description of what happened during the killings to the prince.Rate this question:
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- 5.
All of the following consequences result from Romeo's killing of Tybalt except--
- A.
Juliet decides that Paris is more honorable than Romeo
- B.
Romeo and Juliet cannot reveal their marriage
- C.
Juliet is to be married to Paris almost immediately
- D.
Romeo is banished from Verona
Correct Answer
A. Juliet decides that Paris is more honorable than RomeoExplanation
After Romeo kills Tybalt, Juliet's perception of Romeo does not change. She does not suddenly view Paris as more honorable than Romeo. Instead, Juliet remains devoted to Romeo and continues to love him, despite his actions. Therefore, the consequence of Romeo's killing of Tybalt does not include Juliet deciding that Paris is more honorable than Romeo.Rate this question:
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- 6.
At first, Juliet responds to the news of Tybalt's death with___
- A.
Anger toward Tybalt
- B.
Anger toward Romeo
- C.
Uncontrollable weeping
- D.
Anger toward both Romeo and Tybalt
Correct Answer
B. Anger toward RomeoExplanation
Juliet responds to the news of Tybalt's death with anger toward Romeo because Tybalt is Juliet's cousin and she initially feels betrayed that Romeo, her husband, killed him. She is torn between her love for Romeo and her loyalty to her family, which leads to her conflicted emotions and anger towards Romeo for causing this tragedy.Rate this question:
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- 7.
The Nurse helps Juliet by ___
- A.
Persuading Juliet to tell Lord and Lady Capulet of her marriage to Romeo
- B.
Going to Friar Laurence with a ring of Juliet's for Romeo
- C.
Never aguing with Juliet and always praising Romeo
- D.
Hiding the news about Tybalt and Romeo from Juliet
Correct Answer
B. Going to Friar Laurence with a ring of Juliet's for RomeoExplanation
The Nurse helps Juliet by going to Friar Laurence with a ring of Juliet's for Romeo. This action suggests that the Nurse is supportive of Juliet's relationship with Romeo and is willing to assist in their marriage. By delivering the ring to Friar Laurence, the Nurse ensures that Romeo will receive it and be aware of Juliet's commitment to him. This shows the Nurse's loyalty and dedication to Juliet's happiness and love for Romeo.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Which statement is true about Paris
- A.
His interest in Juliet lessens after Tybalt dies
- B.
He visits the house of Montague and speaks with Benvolio
- C.
He enjoys puns
- D.
He wishes to marry a woman he has not courted
Correct Answer
D. He wishes to marry a woman he has not courtedExplanation
Paris wishes to marry Juliet without having courted her. This can be inferred from the play "Romeo and Juliet" where Paris expresses his desire to marry Juliet to her father, Capulet, without having developed a deep relationship with her. He sees her as a suitable match based on her social status and beauty, rather than a genuine emotional connection.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Lord Capulet responds to the death of Tybalt by___
- A.
Traveling to Mantua in order to murder Romeo himself
- B.
Arranging the immediate marriage of Paris and JUliet
- C.
Negotiating with the prince for Romeo's immediate banishment
- D.
Asking Paris to leave Verona and await further word
Correct Answer
B. Arranging the immediate marriage of Paris and JUlietExplanation
After the death of Tybalt, Lord Capulet arranges the immediate marriage of Paris and Juliet. This can be inferred from the context of the play, where Lord Capulet believes that the marriage will help Juliet move on from her grief and bring some happiness back to their family. Additionally, Lord Capulet sees this as a way to solidify his own power and social standing by aligning with the wealthy and influential Paris.Rate this question:
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- 10.
All of the following events happen at the conclusion of Act III except
- A.
The Nurse suggests that Juliet forget Romeo and marry Paris
- B.
Juliet refuses to marry Paris
- C.
Lord Capulet scorns his only child and vows to disown her
- D.
Lady Capulet convinces Lord Capulet that Paris should leave Verona
Correct Answer
D. Lady Capulet convinces Lord Capulet that Paris should leave VeronaExplanation
In Act III, several events take place that have significant consequences for the characters. The Nurse suggests that Juliet forget Romeo and marry Paris, which shows her changing loyalty towards Juliet. Juliet refuses to marry Paris, demonstrating her unwavering love for Romeo. Lord Capulet scorns his only child and vows to disown her after she refuses to marry Paris, highlighting his anger and disappointment. However, Lady Capulet does not convince Lord Capulet that Paris should leave Verona. This event does not occur at the conclusion of Act III, making it the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Because of a turning point the rest of the actions in a play___
- A.
Do not relate to the original conflict
- B.
Foreshadow the ending
- C.
Move toward either a happy or unhappy ending
- D.
Introduce a new conflict that must also be resolved
Correct Answer
C. Move toward either a happy or unhappy endingExplanation
In a play, a turning point is a crucial moment that changes the course of the story. It is a significant event that propels the plot towards its ultimate resolution. This turning point can either lead to a happy or unhappy ending, depending on the nature of the conflict and the actions of the characters involved. Therefore, the correct answer is that the rest of the actions in a play move toward either a happy or unhappy ending.Rate this question:
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- 12.
The Turning point in Romeo and Juliet occurs when
- A.
Romeo and Juliet marry
- B.
Mercutio is killed
- C.
Romeo kills Tybalt
- D.
Juliet's parents arrange her marriage to Paris
Correct Answer
C. Romeo kills TybaltExplanation
The turning point in Romeo and Juliet occurs when Romeo kills Tybalt. This event marks a significant shift in the story as it sets off a chain of tragic events. Romeo's act of revenge against Tybalt, who killed his friend Mercutio, leads to his banishment from Verona and ultimately to the tragic deaths of both Romeo and Juliet. It intensifies the conflict between the Montagues and Capulets, and escalates the tension and sorrow in the play.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Which of the folowing events serves as a complication to the main conflict of Romeo and Juliet?
- A.
At first Rmeo refuses to fight with Tybalt
- B.
Juliet receives news of Romeo and Tybalt from the Nurse
- C.
Friar Laurence tells Romeo to leave for Mantua by the next morning
- D.
Lord Capulet arranges for his daughter to marry Paris
Correct Answer
D. Lord Capulet arranges for his daughter to marry ParisExplanation
Lord Capulet arranging for his daughter to marry Paris serves as a complication to the main conflict of Romeo and Juliet because Juliet is already married to Romeo. This creates a conflict between Juliet's loyalty to her family and her love for Romeo. It adds another layer of complexity to the story and contributes to the tragic outcome.Rate this question:
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- 14.
As Juliet encounters more conflicts and problems her character changes and she___
- A.
Runs away from her problems
- B.
Pushes away her elders and threatens suicide
- C.
Finds herself unable to make a decision
- D.
Confesses that her life with Romeo is ill-fated and want to leave him
Correct Answer
B. Pushes away her elders and threatens suicideExplanation
As Juliet encounters more conflicts and problems, her character changes and she pushes away her elders and threatens suicide. This change in her character can be seen as a result of her desperation and frustration with the circumstances she finds herself in. She feels trapped and believes that pushing away her elders and threatening suicide is the only way to regain control over her own life and make her own decisions. This drastic action highlights the extent to which Juliet is willing to go to escape the conflicts and problems she faces.Rate this question:
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