In Act II of The Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet, which of these events is the most important development?

A. Romeo and Juliet’s decision to get married
B. Friar Lawrence’s discovery of an unusual plant
C. the search for Romeo by Benvolio and Mercutio
D. the arrival of Tybalt’s letter at the Montagues’ house

1 answer

The most important development in Act II of The Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet is A. Romeo and Juliet’s decision to get married. This decision sets in motion the events that lead to the tragic outcomes of the play, emphasizing the theme of love versus the feud between their families.