3. What decision does Lord Capulet make regarding Juliet's marriage to Paris and why?

Question

4. How does Paris react to Lord Capulet's decision? What does this reveal about Paris's character and his attitude towards marriage?
5. In the beginning of Act 3, Scene 5, what are Romeo and Juliet arguing about?
6. How does Juliet feel after Romeo leaves her?
7. How does Juliet respond to the news of her upcoming marriage to Paris? What threats does
Lord Capulet make to Juliet if she does not obey his wishes?
8. What advice does the Nurse give juliet? How does this make Juliet feel?
9. What decision does Juliet make at the end of Act 3 Scene 5?
10. How does Juliet's character develop in these scenes, particularly in her responses to her parents and the Nurse?
Romeo & Juliet Act 3
Scenes 4-5
Answer in small sentences

Answer 1

3. Lord Capulet decides that Juliet will marry Paris in three days. He believes this will cheer her up after Tybalt's death.

4. Paris is surprised and somewhat hesitant, saying he will wait for Juliet's consent. This shows he is courteous but lacks passion and urgency in his feelings for her.

5. Romeo and Juliet argue about whether it is day or night, with Juliet insisting it is still night.

6. After Romeo leaves, Juliet feels heartbroken and mournful, wishing he could stay.

7. Juliet is distraught and refuses to marry Paris. Lord Capulet threatens to disown her and says he will throw her out if she does not obey.

8. The Nurse advises Juliet to marry Paris, saying he is better than Romeo. This makes Juliet feel betrayed and causes her to lose trust in the Nurse.

9. By the end of the scene, Juliet decides to seek help from Friar Laurence and considers taking drastic action to avoid marrying Paris.

10. Juliet's character develops by becoming more assertive and independent, standing up to her parents and feeling betrayed by the Nurse. She shows resilience and determination to change her fate.