Question

How does Shakespeare’s use of the word everlasting most affect the meaning of this passage?

It shifts the focus to the men’s consistently loyal friendship.
It creates a positive and optimistic view of the future.
It suggests that they will not meet again.
It highlights their plan to escape their enemy and flee to another country.

Answer 1

It shifts the focus to the men’s consistently loyal friendship.

"Everlasting" emphasizes the permanence and enduring nature of their bond, highlighting loyalty rather than optimism about the future, a parting that prevents meeting again, or any plan to flee.