Question
Read this excerpt from the beginning of Scene ii of The Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet, Act III.
Juliet. Gallop apace, you fiery-footed steeds,
Towards Phoebus’ lodging! Such a wagoner
As Phaëthon would whip you to the west
And bring in cloudy night immediately.
Spread thy close curtain, love-performing night,
That runaways’ eyes may wink, and Romeo
Leap to these arms untalked of and unseen.
What is the purpose of this long speech?
a
It establishes the setting for the remaining acts of the play.
b
It reviews events that have happened so far in the play.
c
It provides time for the other characters to change costumes and get on stage.
d
It gives the audience insight into Juliet’s true thoughts and feelings.
Juliet. Gallop apace, you fiery-footed steeds,
Towards Phoebus’ lodging! Such a wagoner
As Phaëthon would whip you to the west
And bring in cloudy night immediately.
Spread thy close curtain, love-performing night,
That runaways’ eyes may wink, and Romeo
Leap to these arms untalked of and unseen.
What is the purpose of this long speech?
a
It establishes the setting for the remaining acts of the play.
b
It reviews events that have happened so far in the play.
c
It provides time for the other characters to change costumes and get on stage.
d
It gives the audience insight into Juliet’s true thoughts and feelings.
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d. It gives the audience insight into Juliet's true thoughts and feelings.
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