Romeo and Juliet Study Guide: ACT 3 Scene 1

This scene takes place in a public area shortly after what? Romeo’s and Juliet’s wedding
Who advises Mercutio to avoid confronting Tybalt? Benvolio
Who fights Tybalt? Mercutio
Why does Romeo choose not to fight? because Tybalt is Juliet’s cousin
What happens when Romeo tries to separate the duelers (Mercutio and Tybalt)? Mercutio is fatally wounded by Tybalt
Who kills Tybalt? Romeo
Who advises Romeo to flee the scene before the Prince arrives? Benvolio
What is Romeo’s punishment from the Prince? he is banished from Verona