Question

Benvolio: At this same ancient feast of Capulet's,

Sups the fair Rosaline, whom thou so lov'st,

With all the admired beauties of Verona:

Go thither; and, with unattainted eye

Compare her face with some that I shall show,

And I will make thee think thy swan a crow.

—Romeo and Juliet,
William Shakespeare

Why does Benvolio think that Romeo should attend Capulet’s party? Check all that apply.

Romeo will see Rosaline differently.
Romeo will change Rosaline’s mind.
Romeo will see all the prettiest girls.
Romeo will get over Rosaline.
Romeo will make peace with Capulet.

Answer 1

Correct choices:
- Romeo will see Rosaline differently.
- Romeo will see all the prettiest girls.
- Romeo will get over Rosaline.

Reason: Benvolio urges Romeo to attend so he can compare Rosaline with Verona’s other beauties (he’ll “show” him prettier girls) and thus change Romeo’s perception of Rosaline and help him move on.