In Act I, Scene 5, why does Tybalt speak to Capulet?

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Capulet has offended him, and Tybalt seeks retribution.
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He desires to dance with Juliet.
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He informs Capulet that some Montagues are at his feast.
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He asks permission to invite a Montague to the feast.

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In Act I, Scene 5 of "Romeo and Juliet," Tybalt speaks to Capulet to inform him that some Montagues are at the feast. Tybalt is upset about their presence and seeks retribution, but Capulet tells him to calm down and not to start a fight. This interaction highlights the tension between the Montagues and Capulets as well as Capulet's desire to maintain peace during the party.