act 2 Romeo and Juliet

Sc. 3, Lines 1-22: What idea does the friar convey with the contradictory statements in his speech in lines 9-20? What earlier statements in the play do Friar Laurence's contradictions echo?

(Start of Monday)Shakespeare introduces drugs in the play. The Friar has plants and weeds to make medicines. Both good and evil exist in people and plants. Too much of a good thing is a bad thing and Juliet and Romeo's love will be a bad thing

Sc. 4, Lines 89-108: How does this encounter with the nurse present a contrast to the threat hanging over Romeo's head? Why does Shakespeare structure his play in this way?

A funny, light-hearted scene. Comedy to break the tension

Sc. 2, Lines 109-141: Why doesn't Juliet want Romeo to swear his love to her by the moon? Why does Juliet compare their love to lightning in lines 118-120? What does this comparison reveal about her feelings? What does Romeo say that conveys a similar idea?

Because the new changes and she doesn't want his love to change. She may be having second thoughts. Romeo thinks this must be a dream that It cannot be real.

Sc. 1, Lines 1-2: Explain the metaphor Romeo uses to describe his relationship with Juliet. What does this metaphor express about his feelings for her?

Can Romeo still leave with his love still in Verona? He loves her too much to leave her here. He compares Juliet to his heart and that Juliet is the center of the earth. He cannot leave these essential parts of himself behind

Sc. 6, Lines 9-15: Reread Friar Laurence's caution to Romeo. Based on Romeo's past romantic history, what is Friar Laurence fearful of here?

Fire Laurence is scared that if something bad happens to Juliet, then it will happen to Romeo too. Friar is worried about Romeo. His love will die as quickly as a came (going too fast which is just as bad as going too slow).

Sc. 3, Lines 48-70: Explain why the friar tells Romeo to speak more plainly. Why is this language particularly confusing to the friar?

Friar does not understand Romeo's language. He thinks Romeo is talking in riddles.

Sc. 3, Lines 43-46: How does Romeo react to the name of Rosaline? Why?

He has forgotten about Rosaline's name. Her name only brought sadness. He was in love with Rosaline less than 12 hours ago and now he forgot her name

Sc. 3, Lines 57-70: Describe the style of Romeo's speech in these lines? How has it changed? What shows the friar's strong reaction? Why does he feel this way?

He is clear, concise, and factual. He wants Friar to completely understand the situation and marry them.

Sc. 3, Lines 81-94: Which lines explain why the friar agrees to marry Romeo and Juliet? Infer other reasons for the friar's cooperation.

He is willing to go along with it. The Friar is very fond of Romeo. He may fear what Romeo would do if he doesn't marry them. Romeo is very dramatic (he said he would die for Rosaline)

Sc. 6, Lines 3-8: Which words and phrases in Romeo's speech suggest a tragic future?

He will let all the bad come because it cannot outweigh the ceremony about to occur. This suggests something horrible will come to them ("Sorrows, one short minute, love devouring death").

Sc. 2, Lines 142-149: What does Juliet demand from Romeo? What motivates this request on Juliet's part?

Juliet demands marriage since she is worried he is not being serious.

Sc. 6, Lines 21-37: Contrast Romeo's speech with Juliet's. What does this difference reveal about their two characters? What is Friar Laurence's tone? Explain.

Juliet is more calm and mannered. Romeo is over the top with love. Juliet says words are inadequate to express how she feels. She is more sensible and down-to-earth. Friar Laurence does not trust them to be alone.

Sc. 2, Lines 1-25: What provokes Romeo to speak aloud? To what does he compare Juliet in the speech? What does this soliloquy reveal about his thoughts?

Juliet is so essential. Rosaline is the moon compared to Juliet is the Sun.

Sc. 1, Lines 17-32: Explain the dramatic irony in this part of the scene.

Mercutio does not know Romeo is over Rosaline. He is using Rosaline to conjure Romeo

Sc. 1, Lines 33-41: How does Mercutio's dialogue in this scene add to your impression of his character?

Mercutio is Mischievous and likes to make fun of his friends and joke around

Sc. 4, Lines 18-24: What is Mercutio saying in these lines through this comparison of Tybalt to his namesake, the cat?

Mercutio is making fun of Tybalt and his style of dueling and comparing it to singing. He calls him the king of cats since cats are sly, sneaky, and agile

Sc. 4, Lines 77-81: What does Mercutio think he has accomplished through his humor? What is his opinion about people who brood over love? Infer why Mercutio may feel this way.

Mercutio is trying to say Romeo is amazing and can get anyone he wants. People who Brood are in a hole all their life. Mercutio thinks he is cheering Romeo up from Rosaline's

Sc. 4, Lines 34-41: Describe Mercutio's attitude toward Romeo's feelings based on his choice of words. Apart from making fun of Romeo, why is Mercutio so aware of Romeo's lovesick state? What is the dramatic irony of Mercutio's speech?

Mercutio makes fun of Romeo's name and lovesickness. He knows how dramatic Romeo is and his love does not compare to love in literature. it's irony because Romeo is in love with Juliet

Sc. 3, Lines 1-22: What warning does the friar give about the qualities of both people and plants? How might this warning function as foreshadowing?

People are both good and evil. Nothing from the earth is so evil that it doesn't do some good. This could foreshadow the Earth (The plants) taking their life. Something bad will come from something good

Sc. 2, Lines 54-65: How does Romeo address Juliet? Why? What warning does Juliet give to Romeo? What is the impact of this reminder on the audience?

Romeo calls her a dear saint/fair saint (in his eyes Juliet is beautiful). Juliet warns him that if the Capulet's finds Romeo they will kill him and this reminds the audience that their families are enemies

Sc. 4, Lines 56-72: What do you notice about Romeo's responses in this exchange with Mercutio as compared to their conversation in Act I?

Romeo is in a depressed state.

Sc. 4, Lines 140-168: Recall what the nurse said about Paris in Act I, Scene 3. Why does she agree to help Romeo in his plan to marry Juliet?

She agrees with this because she wants Juliet to be happy. She is very fond of Juliet.

Sc. 2, Lines 85-106: Why does Juliet tell Romeo that she feels embarrassed? What does she say he would see if it were not so dark? Explain what she means in lines 102-104 when she says "I should have been more strange, I must confess,/ But that thou overheardst, ere I was ware,/ My true love's passion." How might Juliet's candor affect the progress of their relationship?

She feels embarrassed that Romeo heard her declare her love. Romeo would see her blushing if there were light. Romeo now knows how Juliet feels, but Juliet does not know how Romeo feels. She feels that her words were improper and outspoken of her and that it will scare him off.

Sc. 4, Lines 140-168: How is the nurse's love for Juliet shown in her comments? What does she say that she is going to tell Juliet? Why does Romeo question her?

She is protective of Juliet. she is going to tell Juliet that Romeo is not serious about her.

Sc. 4, Lines 127-139: What do you know about the nurse's purpose that Benvolio and Mercutio are unaware of?

She is there to speak to Romeo to arrange his marriage

Sc. 2, Lines 33-53: What does Juliet say that shows the strength of her feelings for Romeo?

She said to give up his family name or she will give up her family name. Their family names are meaningless (soliloquy)

Sc. 5, Lines 1-17: What do Juliet's allusions to Venus and to Cupid emphasize about her state of mind as she waits for the nurse to return? How does Juliet's description of the nurse contrast with her characterization of love as having "wind-swift" wings?

She's impatient and thinks Messengers need to travel fast. She is irritated with her nurse. Her way of emphasizing her love for Romeo is by comparing Venus and Cupid.

Sc. 5, Lines 29-66: Why do the nurse's responses to Juliet's questions create humor? Are the nurse's actions deliberate? Why or why not? What is the effect of the nurse's responses on Juliet? Would the effect be the same or different for the audience?

The nurse is pretending to be sad and upset about what Romeo told her. She tries to tease Juliet. Juliet starts to feel very sad and wants to be alone. The nurse almost never gets to the point. Juliet is irritated, exasperated, and impatient

Sc. 3, Lines 31-40: Explain the dramatic irony the friar expresses in lines 39-40.

The readers know why Romeo is awake and why he is coming to Friar Laurence. Friar Laurence does not know and asks if he was up all night since only elderly people should have trouble sleeping

Sc. 4, Lines 1-17: Infer how Benvolio and Mercutio feel. Why? How does this new event add a complication to the plot?

They are now worried about Romeo because of how Rosaline is making him go mad. There is now a duel with Tybalt. Tybalt and Juliet are cousins and Tybalt is going to fight his cousin's love of her life

Sc. 4, Lines 110-126: How do Mercutio and Benvolio treat the nurse? What do their actions tell you about their characters?

They make fun of the nurse's size and Her speech. They are class-conscious.

Sc. 2, Lines 187-190: Why is Romeo going to see Friar Laurence? Explain what is revealed by his action.

They make plans to get married and Friar Lawrence is like a priest. This reveals Romeo is very in love.

Sc. 2, Lines 75-79: Do you think Romeo is serious in his declaration? Why or why not?

Yes, he is saying death is better than longing for her love