| Literary Device Exploration1. Explain the significance e of the simile: “It seems she hangs upon the cheek of night/As a rich jewel in an Ethiop’s ear…/To what else does does Romeo compare Juliet? What is your reaction to these comparisons – is this a very romantic statement? Why? | Juliet stands out as a bright whiteness against the night – she is a dove (bright and beautiful) compared to a crow – dark and ugly.It’s beautiful because he is comparing her to nature’s beauty – far more beautiful than the ugliness of the darkness. |
| Analysis and ReflectionIs Romeo and Juliet’s first meeting true love at sight? How do you know? | When Romeo sees Juliet for the first time, he is struck by her beauty and breaks into a sonnet. The imagery Romeo uses to describe Juliet gives important insights into their relationship. Romeo initially describes Juliet as a source of light, like a star, against the darkness: “she doth teach the torches to burn bright! Romeo is speaking in a SOLILOQUY!!! |
| Analysis and ReflectionWhat does Juliet mean by “My only love sprung from my only hate!/ Too early seen unknown, and known too late!”? What literary element is at work in this line? | Juliet after the Nurse tells her that Romeo is a Montague. She has already fallen in love with him. The information has come too late to save them from this difficult situation. |
| Analysis and ReflectionTybalt grudgingly obeys his uncle and leaves Romeo alone. However, he utters an ominous prediction to Lord Capulet. What is Tybalt’s prophecy? | … |
| Analysis and ReflectionIf you fall in love with someone of whom your family disapproves, do you think you should still marry the person regardless of the obstacles? | … |
Romeo and Juliet Act 1 Scene 5
August 20, 2019