What is the main purpose of the Prologue to Shakespeare’s The Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet?

Question

A. to quiet down the audience
B. to praise the noble Prince Escalus
C. to set the scene for the play as a whole
D. to explain the history of the Montague-Capulet feud

Answer 1

The main purpose of the Prologue to Shakespeare’s "The Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet" is C. to set the scene for the play as a whole. The Prologue provides a brief overview of the story, introduces the characters, and outlines the themes, preparing the audience for what is to come.