Romeo And Juliet Quiz 2- The Glen High School

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Good Morning Grade 10s. Please remember that you cannot use your books or any resources.
The purpose of this test is to check your knowledge so far with Romeo and Juliet.

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  • 2. 

    Why did Friar Lawrence agree to marry Romeo and Juliet in secret?

    • He is a hopeless romantic and cannot help but want to help them. 

    • He hopes that Tybalt will no longer be violent. 

    • He thinks that marriage will make Romeo more mature.

    • He hopes that their love will bring peace to Verona

    Correct Answer
    A. He hopes that their love will bring peace to Verona
    Explanation
    Friar Lawrence agrees to marry Romeo and Juliet in secret because he believes that their love has the potential to end the ongoing feud between their families and bring peace to Verona. He sees their union as an opportunity to reconcile the Capulets and Montagues, hoping that their love will serve as a catalyst for harmony and resolution. By marrying them, he hopes to create a bridge between the two warring families and bring an end to the violence and conflict in the city.

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  • 3. 

    The Nurse puts a ladder outside Juliet’s window so that Romeo may climb it after their marriage and they can spend the night together. Is this statement true or false?

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    This statement is true. In Shakespeare's play Romeo and Juliet, the Nurse does indeed put a ladder outside Juliet's window to facilitate Romeo's visit after their secret marriage. This ladder allows them to spend the night together and continue their clandestine relationship.

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  • 4. 

    Act 2 ends with Romeo and Juliet deciding where to disappear to after the wedding. Is this statement true or false?

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement is false. Act 2 does not end with Romeo and Juliet deciding where to disappear to after the wedding. In Act 2, Scene 6, Romeo and Juliet get married in secret with the help of Friar Laurence. The act actually ends with Friar Laurence giving a warning to Romeo about the haste of their love and the potential consequences that may arise.

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  • 5. 

    Consider the lines: “I have no joy of this contract tonight: it is too rash, too unadvised, too sudden; too like the lightning which doth cease to be ere one can say it lightens.”  Which figure of speech is used here?

    • Alliteration

    • Simile

    • Pun

    • Personification

    Correct Answer
    A. Simile
    Explanation
    The figure of speech used in the given lines is a simile. A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words "like" or "as." In this case, the speaker compares the contract to lightning, emphasizing its rashness, suddenness, and fleeting nature. The use of the word "like" indicates the comparison and makes it a simile.

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  • 6. 

    What does Juliet's famous line 'O Romeo, Romeo, wherefore art thou Romeo?' mean? 

    • Where are you Romeo?

    • Why are you a Romeo, a Montague?

    • Why are here Romeo?

    • Where are from Romeo?

    Correct Answer
    A. Why are you a Romeo, a Montague?
    Explanation
    Juliet's famous line "O Romeo, Romeo, wherefore art thou Romeo?" means "Why are you a Romeo, a Montague?" In this line, Juliet is questioning why Romeo has to be from the rival Montague family, as their love is forbidden due to the ongoing feud between their families. She is expressing her frustration and longing for their love to be free from the constraints of their family names.

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  • 7. 

    Juliet says Romeo must swear on himself. Is this statement true or false?

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    In this statement, Juliet is expressing that Romeo must make a solemn oath or promise on his own life. This means that Romeo is being asked to swear on his own existence, indicating the seriousness and depth of his commitment. Therefore, the statement is true.

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  • 8. 

    Juliet pretends to be going to the market, but is actually going to get married to Romeo. Is this statement true or false?

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    False. The statement is incorrect because Juliet does not pretend to be going to the market. Instead, she pretends to be dead in order to be with Romeo.

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  • 9. 

    When do we see Juliet's first premonition of doom?

    • When she says their love is too fast.

    • When her and Romeo get married at Friar's cell.

    • When Juliet tells the nurse.

    • When Capulet finds out about Romeo and Juliet's relationship.

    Correct Answer
    A. When she says their love is too fast.
    Explanation
    Juliet's first premonition of doom is seen when she says their love is too fast. This suggests that she has a sense of foreboding about the intensity and speed of their relationship. She may be worried about the consequences and potential tragedy that could arise from their impulsive actions. This foreshadows the tragic events that unfold later in the play.

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  • 10. 

    Star-crossed lovers means their destiny is to ________, ________________________ and die

    Correct Answer
    meet
    fall
    in
    love
    Explanation
    Star-crossed lovers refers to two individuals whose fates are intertwined in such a way that they are destined to meet and fall deeply in love. This phrase, often associated with tragic romances, suggests that their love is doomed from the start, leading to their ultimate demise.

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  • 11. 

    The theme of ________________ is highlighted by Rosaline and Romeo's non-existant relationship.

    Correct Answer
    courtly
    love
    Explanation
    The theme of courtly love is highlighted by Rosaline and Romeo's non-existent relationship. Courtly love refers to a medieval European concept of love that was often unrequited or idealized. In the play, Romeo's love for Rosaline is portrayed as courtly love because it is one-sided and based on idealized beauty. This theme is further emphasized by the fact that Rosaline does not reciprocate Romeo's feelings, showcasing the unattainable nature of courtly love.

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  • 12. 

    "These violent deaths have violent ends  And in their triumph die like fire and powder" What does Friar Lawrence mean with these lines?

    • Violence can kill a whole nation.

    • Romeo and Juliet can die at any time.

    • Love moderately.

    • The feud will claim more lives.

    Correct Answer
    A. Love moderately.
    Explanation
    Friar Lawrence means that love should be approached in a balanced and moderate way. The phrase "These violent deaths have violent ends" suggests that when love is pursued too passionately and recklessly, it can lead to destructive consequences. The line "And in their triumph die like fire and powder" further emphasizes that excessive passion and intensity in love can ultimately lead to its downfall. Therefore, the correct answer "Love moderately" aligns with the message conveyed by Friar Lawrence in these lines.

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  • 13. 

    Romeo's confidant is ________________

    Correct Answer
    Friar
    Lawrence
    Explanation
    Romeo's confidant is Friar Lawrence. In Shakespeare's play Romeo and Juliet, Friar Lawrence is a trusted and respected figure who becomes Romeo's confidant. Romeo confides in Friar Lawrence about his love for Juliet and seeks his advice and assistance throughout the play. Friar Lawrence also plays a crucial role in the tragic events that unfold, as he marries Romeo and Juliet in secret and devises a plan to help them be together. Therefore, it is clear that Friar Lawrence is Romeo's confidant.

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  • 14. 

    ________ kills Mercutio, whose last words are ________ both the Montagues and the Capulets.

    Correct Answer
    Tybalt
    cursing
    Explanation
    Tybalt kills Mercutio, whose last words are cursing both the Montagues and the Capulets. This means that before dying, Mercutio expresses his anger and resentment towards both feuding families, blaming them for his untimely death. His curse signifies the deep-rooted animosity and the tragic consequences of the ongoing feud between the Montagues and the Capulets.

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