Romeo and Juliet Act 3 Notes
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Romeo and Juliet Notes Act 3 Notes
Act III Scene 1 Notes
Shakespeare replaces the marriage scene with violence.
The hope of marriage of Romeo and Juliet is quickly ruined by fatal violence.
Benvolio predicts the brawl (believes the weather has the "mad blood stirring").
He is earnest but ineffectual.
Romeo kills Tybalt not out of hatred or revenge, but because he was avenging Mercutio's death.
The prince restores order (just like in Act 1 Scene 1).
When the prince banishes Romeo, he unknowingly tears apart the only loving bond between the Capulets and the Montagues.
Romeo recognizes himself as a defenseless casualty of fate and blames himself for Mercutio's death.
Act III Scene 2 Notes
There is a sense of anticipation: Juliet is unaware of the street brawl as she delivers a tragic soliloquy.
Soliloquy--long speech Aside--speech to oneself
The theme of Night vs. Day or Light vs. Dark is a recurring theme.
Juliet's love is tested and her response defines her nature.
Love vs. Familial bond is another theme: Juliet favors her husband over her household. She also distances herself from the nurse.
Suicide is another occurring theme.
Act III Scene 3 Notes
Whereas Romeo acts rash and uncontrolled, Juliet's reactions are calm and controlled.
Love consumes their lives, fortunes, and decisions.
The theme of Youth vs. Age is reintroduced.
Despite not heeding the advice of their elders, Romeo and Juliet follow Friar Lawrence's plan.
Friar Lawrence married Romeo and Juliet and therefore must suffer the consequences.
Romeo and Juliet Act 3 Scene 3 Notes
Whereas Romeo acts rash and uncontrolled, Juliet's reactions are calm and controlled.
Love consumes their lives, fortunes, and decisions.
The theme of Youth vs. Age is reintroduced.
Despite not heeding the advice of their elders, Romeo and Juliet follow Friar Lawrence's plan.
Friar Lawrence married Romeo and
Romeo and Juliet Notes Act 3 Notes
Act III Scene 1 Notes
Shakespeare replaces the marriage scene with violence.
The hope of marriage of Romeo and Juliet is quickly ruined by fatal violence.
Benvolio predicts the brawl (believes the weather has the "mad blood stirring").
He is earnest but ineffectual.
Romeo kills Tybalt not out of hatred or revenge, but because he was avenging Mercutio's death.
The prince restores order (just like in Act 1 Scene 1).
When the prince banishes Romeo, he unknowingly tears apart the only loving bond between the Capulets and the Montagues.
Romeo recognizes himself as a defenseless casualty of fate and blames himself for Mercutio's death.
Act III Scene 2 Notes
There is a sense of anticipation: Juliet is unaware of the street brawl as she delivers a tragic soliloquy.
Soliloquy--long speech Aside--speech to oneself
The theme of Night vs. Day or Light vs. Dark is a recurring theme.
Juliet's love is tested and her response defines her nature.
Love vs. Familial bond is another theme: Juliet favors her husband over her household. She also distances herself from the nurse.
Suicide is another occurring theme.
Act III Scene 3 Notes
Whereas Romeo acts rash and uncontrolled, Juliet's reactions are calm and controlled.
Love consumes their lives, fortunes, and decisions.
The theme of Youth vs. Age is reintroduced.
Despite not heeding the advice of their elders, Romeo and Juliet follow Friar Lawrence's plan.
Friar Lawrence married Romeo and Juliet and therefore must suffer the consequences.
Romeo and Juliet Act 3 Scene 3 Notes
Whereas Romeo acts rash and uncontrolled, Juliet's reactions are calm and controlled.
Love consumes their lives, fortunes, and decisions.
The theme of Youth vs. Age is reintroduced.
Despite not heeding the advice of their elders, Romeo and Juliet follow Friar Lawrence's plan.
Friar Lawrence married Romeo and