Romeo and Juliet Act 2 summary sheet pages 754 – 776

1. While Mercutio makes fun of Romeo, Benvolio says,” An if he hear thee, thou wilt anger him.” What does this show about the differences between Mercutio and Benvolio?

2. In this act, both Romeo and Juliet experience the overwhelming emotions of love. In what ways are their responses to each other and their situation similar?

3. What does Friar Lawrence’s say about the similarities between plants and people?

4. What is Friar Lawrence’s reaction and advice to Romeo?

5. What is Friar Lawrence’s reason for agreeing to marry Romeo and Juliet?

6. Why does Mercutio think Romeo is in such a good mood?

7. What is the Nurse’s opinion of Romeo?

8. Why does the Nurse put Juliet through so much torture before giving her Romeo’s message?

9. Romeo and Juliet have a “fast” romance that ends in a quick marriage. Is it all about love? In your answer consider why it was Juliet who proposed marriage; how long they’ve known each other; and what their families might do if they find out about the romance.

10. One might say Romeo and Juliet act quite irresponsibly. In your opinion, do Friar Lawrence and the Nurse act responsibly in helping Romeo and Juliet to marry?

11. In thinking ahead, how might both sets of parents react to this marriage?

12. What advice would you give to Romeo before he got married?