Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet

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Who wrote 'Romeo and Juliet'?

William Shakespeare.

In 'Romeo and Juliet', which city is the play set in?

Verona, Italy.

Name the two feuding families in 'Romeo and Juliet'.

The Montagues and the Capulets.

Who is Romeo in love with before Juliet?

Rosaline.

How do Romeo and Juliet first meet?

At the Capulet's masquerade ball.

What is the main theme of 'Romeo and Juliet'?

The main theme is the tragic consequences of family feuds and the power of love.

Who performs Romeo and Juliet's secret marriage?

Friar Laurence.

Why does Tybalt challenge Romeo to a duel?

Because Romeo attended the Capulet ball uninvited.

What is Juliet's plan to avoid marrying Paris?

She plans to fake her death with a potion.

How does Romeo die?

He drinks poison, believing Juliet is truly dead.

What climactic event occurs in Juliet's tomb?

Romeo and Juliet both die.

What is the outcome between the Montagues and Capulets at the end of the play?

They agree to end their feud.

Who provides a summary of the play at the beginning?

The Chorus.

What message does Friar Laurence send to Romeo in Mantua?

He sends news of Juliet's fake death plan, which Romeo never receives.

Which character serves as Romeo's close friend and confidant?

Mercutio.