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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 4, Scene 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Juliet considers herself wealthy in Act 2, Scene 6 because __________.
(a) She will have a large inheritance.
(b) She has true love.
(c) Her father is wealthy.
(d) Romeo's family is wealthy.

2. Why is Romeo no longer interested in Rosaline in Act 2?
(a) He is now in love with Juliet.
(b) He did not see her at the party.
(c) He is now bitter about love.
(d) He forgot about her when Benvolio advised him to.

3. Capulet is so thrilled with Juliet's behavior in Act 4, Scene 2 that he __________________.
(a) Postpones the wedding as Juliet asked.
(b) Tells Paris he can see Juliet that same evening.
(c) Invites the friar to the wedding.
(d) Moves the wedding up to the following day.

4. What "extremities" do Romeo and Juliet overcome in their love for one another?
(a) The distance between their homes.
(b) The competition between families for the Prince's favor.
(c) The violence and hatred between their families.
(d) Their social classes.

5. According to the Prologue of Act 2, what lends the couple power?
(a) Love.
(b) Time.
(c) Support from friends.
(d) Passion.

Short Answer Questions

1. After Act 4, Scene 2, Juliet asks the nurse to do what?

2. in Act 2, Scene 6, the friar prays that the heavens will do what?

3. The friar compares too-passionate love to what?

4. Why must Romeo and Juliet must "steal" their love?

5. What advice does the friar give Romeo about love at the start of Act 2, Scene 6?

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