1. at This Point, What Is Your View of Capulet As a Father?

Act 1 Scene 2, Romeo and Juliet

1.  At this point, what is your view of Capulet as a father?

2.  How do you think Capulet feels about Paris as a possible son-in-law?

Think about Capulet’s discussion of Juliet’s age

The advise he gives Paris regarding Juliet

Why he invites Paris to the party

3.  In you opinion, does Benvolio give Romeo good advise? Explain

Act 1 Scene 3

1.  Contrast the personalities and characteristics of Lady Capulet and the Nurse

2.  What is the Nurse’s attitude toward Juliet?

Think about her role in raising Juliet

Her memories

Her response to Lady Capulet’s suggestion that Juliet consider Paris

3.  Would Juliet be more likely to share secrets and ask favors of her mother or her Nurse?

4.  At this point, what can you tell about Juliet’s personality?

5.  How would you feel in Juliet’s place if your parents set up a blind date in hope that it might lead to marriage?

Act 1 Scene 4

1.  What kid of person is Murcutio?

2.  What is Mercutio’s purpose in his dream speech? Do you think he accomplishes his purpose? Explain

3.  Do you sympathize with Romeo and his continual depression? Why or why not?

4.  Reread Romeo’s last speech of this scene. What is he afraid of? Do you think his fears are justified? Why or why not?

Act 1 Scene 5

1.  Why do you think Romeo and Juliet fall in love with each other? How serious is their love? Explain

2.  What causes Capulet and his nephew Tybalt to react do differently to Romeo’s presence at the party? Which reaction would you likely have had?

3.  What conflicts are shown in this scene? Which do you consider most serious?

4.  A character who serves as a contrast for another character is called a foil. Discuss two sets of characters who serve as foils.

5.  Personification is a figure of speech in which an animal, object or idea is treated as if it were human. Give examples of personification used in Act 1.