Act 1-Romeo & Juliet

In the Prologue, what does the chorus say will happen to the two lovers?

They will take their lives.

What does Escalus say he will do to anyone who fights in the future?

They will be tortured.

How does Benvolio say the fighting began?

Capulet & Montague servants were fighting. He tried to stop them but Tybalt came up and swung first.

According to Benvolio and Mercutio, how has Romeo been acting lately?

He has been acting strange. He wants to be alone and seems sad.

What remedy does Benvolio suggest for Romeo's problem?

Forget about the girl and seek other beauties.

In scene 2, what does Capulet tell Paris he will have to do in order to marry Juliet?

He will have to win her over, or wait for her to be older.

Why does the servant ask Romeo to read the list of guests who are invited to the party at the Capulet's?

The servant can't read but Romeo can.

What makes Romeo decide to go to the party?

Rosaline will be there.

In scene 3 we learn Juliet is how old?

13, two weeks from 14.

What is the Nurse's opinion of Paris?

He's handsome and perfect as a statue.

How do Romeo and friends plan to hide their identity at the Capulet's party?

They wore masks.

Who is Queen Mab?

Midwife of the fairies in Mercutio's dreams.

What feelings about dreams does Mercutio express in his Queen Mab monologue?

They lie.

At the end of scene 4, what does Romeo fear?

Something will happen that cuts his life short.

How does Romeo react when he first sees Juliet? To what does he compare her?

He said that she is very beautiful and he is in love. He says she is like a rich jewel in Ethiop's ear.

How does Juliet react to Romeo in their first meeting?

She is also in love with him.

How does Tybalt react to the news that Romeo is at the party? How does Capulet react?

Tybalt wants them to be killed.
Capulet said they weren't hurting anyone and Romeo had a good reputation.