Question

In line 31, Tybalt calls Romeo a “villain” because

Answer 1

In Act 1, Scene 5 of Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet," Tybalt refers to Romeo as a "villain" because he recognizes him as an uninvited guest at the Capulet feast. Tybalt is incensed that Romeo, a Montague and therefore an enemy of the Capulet family, has dared to infiltrate their gathering. Tybalt feels that Romeo's presence is an insult to the Capulet family and challenges the honor of their house. His anger is fueled by the longstanding feud between the Montagues and Capulets, which further escalates when he expresses a desire to confront Romeo and drive him out, highlighting the deep-seated animosity between the families.