In Act III, Scene V of Romeo and Juliet, Romeo and Juliet discuss whether the bird they hear is a nightingale or a lark. Why is this important?
A. The nightingale is the symbol for the Montagues and the lark is the symbol of the Capulets.
B. If it is a nightingale it is a sign of terror and sadness, but if it is a lark it is a sign of hope and happiness.
C. If it is a nightingale it is the soul of Mercutio, but if it is a lark it is the soul of Tybalt.
D. If it is a nightingale it is still night and Romeo can stay, but if it is a lark it is morning and Romeo needs to leave.
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D. If it is a nightingale it is still night and Romeo can stay, but if it is a lark it is morning and Romeo needs to leave. This is important because Romeo and Juliet are struggling with the idea of parting ways and the presence of the nightingale or lark determines whether they can stay together a little longer or if they must part ways indefinitely.
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