Romeo And Juliet Act II: Did I Read?

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This quiz assesses understanding of 'Romeo and Juliet Act II,' focusing on key plot points such as the lovers' confessions, plans for marriage, and Friar Laurence's intentions. It evaluates comprehension and interpretation of Shakespeare's language and themes, essential for students of English Literature and Dramatic Arts.

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  • 2. 

    In Act II Scene ii, Romeo and Juliet profess their love for one another.  Juliet is to contact Romeo through a servant the next day.  Why?

    • He wants to send her flowers. She will tell him where to send him.

    • She will get information about where and when they will be married.

    • She will tell him what time to come and meet her parents.

    • He is inviting her to his house for dinner that night.

    Correct Answer
    A. She will get information about where and when they will be married.
    Explanation
    In Act II Scene ii, Romeo and Juliet plan to contact each other through a servant because Juliet wants to gather information about where and when they will be married. This is a crucial step in their secret plan to be together, as they need to ensure that their marriage remains a secret from their feuding families. By communicating through a servant, they can exchange important details without arousing suspicion or risking their plan being discovered.

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  • 3. 

    Why does Friar Laurence agree to marry Romeo and Juliet? 

    • Romeo offers him a lot of money.

    • He doesn't like Paris and doesn't think Juliet should marry him.

    • He is obliged by the laws of the church to marry anyone who asks him.

    • He hopes that it will help to end the feud between the families.

    Correct Answer
    A. He hopes that it will help to end the feud between the families.
    Explanation
    Friar Laurence agrees to marry Romeo and Juliet because he hopes that their marriage will help to end the feud between their families. This is evident from the fact that throughout the play, Friar Laurence is portrayed as a wise and compassionate character who genuinely desires peace and reconciliation. He believes that by bringing the two young lovers together in marriage, it might bring an end to the ongoing conflict between the Capulets and the Montagues.

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  • 4. 

    Why does Juliet confess her love for Romeo while he is in the garden listening?

    • She wants him to know how she feels

    • She never confessed her love for Romeo while he was in the garden

    • She does not know he is there

    • Because its a party.

    Correct Answer
    A. She does not know he is there
    Explanation
    Juliet confesses her love for Romeo while he is in the garden listening because she does not know he is there. This is evident from the fact that Juliet is unaware of Romeo's presence and believes she is alone, leading her to openly express her feelings for him.

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  • 5. 

    What message does the Nurse take to Juliet?

    • Romeo is ill and will not be able to meet her.

    • They should wait a month and talk to their parents.

    • She should go to Friar Laurence's cell that afternoon to be married.

    • Romeo will meet her in the garden again that night.

    Correct Answer
    A. She should go to Friar Laurence's cell that afternoon to be married.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is that the Nurse takes the message to Juliet that she should go to Friar Laurence's cell that afternoon to be married. This is the correct answer because it directly addresses the question of what message the Nurse takes to Juliet. The other options do not pertain to the Nurse's message and are therefore incorrect.

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  • 6. 

    Why won't Romeo answer his friends when they call him?     

    • He doesn't hear them

    • His friends do not call him

    • He is too concerned about his love for Juliet

    • He is embarrassed about Rosaline

    • He is mad at his friends

    Correct Answer
    A. He is too concerned about his love for Juliet
    Explanation
    Romeo doesn't answer his friends when they call him because he is too concerned about his love for Juliet. This can be inferred from the fact that Romeo is deeply infatuated with Juliet and is willing to go to great lengths for their love, including secretly marrying her and risking his own life. His preoccupation with Juliet makes him ignore or overlook his friends' calls.

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  • 7. 

    Which one do you like?

    • Option 1

    • Option 2

    • Option 3

    • Option 4

    Correct Answer
    A. Option 1
  • 8. 

    When Juliet's nurse and Romeo are talking, what do Romeo's friends do?  

    • Laugh and make fun of Romeo

    • Wait for Romeo quietly

    • They make fun of other people who go by

    • They are making fun of the nurse

    • They leave and wait for Romeo somewhere else

    Correct Answer
    A. They are making fun of the nurse
    Explanation
    Romeo's friends are making fun of the nurse while Romeo is talking to her.

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  • 9. 

    What is the first thing Romeo does in Act II

    • Romeo exchanges vows with Juliet

    • Romeo leaves the party

    • Romeo marries Juliet

    • Romeo goes to the party

    • None of these

    Correct Answer
    A. Romeo leaves the party
    Explanation
    In Act II, the first thing Romeo does is leave the party. This is evident in the play when Romeo sneaks away from the Capulet party to find Juliet. He is initially infatuated with Rosaline, but as soon as he sees Juliet, he falls in love with her instantly. Thus, he decides to leave the party and pursue his newfound love interest.

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  • 10. 

    Describe DRAMATIC IRONY.

  • 11. 

    Describe IAMBIC PENTAMETER.

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