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Alliteration - when several words begin with the same sound (e.g., “Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers.”)
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Assonance - when several words contain the same vowel sound (e.g., “I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream.”)
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Consonance - when several words contain the same consonant sound (e.g., “He struck a streak of bad luck.”)
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Enjambment - when a line break occurs in the middle of a sentence or phrase.
Romeo & Juliet Questions:
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How does Romeo try to intervene in the fight between Tybalt and Mercutio? Why does he do this?
Romeo tries to stop the fight to keep the peace because he secretly married Juliet, Tybalt's cousin. -
According to Prince Escalus’ decree in Act 1, what should be the consequence of Romeo’s involvement in Tybalt's and Mercutio's deaths?
The consequence should be death for Romeo. -
What punishment does the Prince decree for Romeo? Why does he choose this punishment instead of a harsher one?
The Prince banishes Romeo instead of executing him, showing mercy because Romeo was initially trying to maintain peace. -
What does Juliet’s soliloquy reveal about her feelings towards Romeo and their marriage?
Juliet feels deeply in love with Romeo and is excited about their marriage despite the dangers. -
How does Juliet react to the news of Tybalt’s death and Romeo’s banishment?
Juliet is devastated; she grieves Tybalt's death but also feels heartbroken about Romeo's banishment. -
How does Romeo react to the news of his banishment? What does he say about living without Juliet?
Romeo is distraught and believes that living without Juliet is worse than death. -
What message does the Nurse bring from Juliet to Romeo?
The Nurse tells Romeo that Juliet still loves him and is heartbroken. -
What plan does Friar Lawrence propose to help Romeo avoid immediate danger and eventually reunite with Juliet?
Friar Lawrence suggests that Romeo should hide in Mantua until things calm down, and then they can find a way to reunite.