How does Capulets attitude in Act 3 differ from his attitude when Paris first came to ask for Juliet's hand in marriage?

Answer 1

When Paris first asks for Juliet's hand Capulet says that she is too young to marry and he should wait two years. He even says that even if he agrees, the final say belongs to Juliet. He later holds a dinner saying basically that Juliet is one of many beautiful ladies. It is uncertain as to whether he wanted Paris to find someone else to marry or if he was just being a modest father. After Romeo's death, Juliet is told that she is to marry Paris and if she refuses then she can tell her father if she dares.

Answer 2

Capulet and Lady Capulet both have fairly similar views on the subject: Both of them see it more as a business affair than anything to do with love. Paris is an excellent choice for Juliet, as he is handsome, wealthy, and a gentleman. Lady Capulet is, however, very excited about the wedding, as we see in Act 3, Scene 5, starting at line 65 of the play. Capulet is excited too, but sees it as even less related to relationship than his wife does. Overall, I would say that their views are very similar, so if you are writing an essay on the topic, it's going to be a tough topic to tackle. I would focus on their differing views on Paris, their attitudes towards Juliet's opinion, and their ideas on marriage as a whole.

Answer 3

Capulet researched the law and found out that 14 years old was thought to be the perfect age to wed. He found out the law said "If there be a ticklish fuzz attached to the peach, the fruit is ripe for picking." Deep stuff.

It might have also been that Capulet was worried that Paris would get tired of waiting and start going after some other girl.

Answer 4

In Act 1 Scene 2 he expressly tells Paris that he doesn't want Juliet to marry unless he wants to. By Act 3 Scene 5 he is ready to throw her out in the street if she does not agree to marry Paris. It's a complete turnaround.

Answer 5

Because he thinks that Juliet might feel less depressed if she had a wedding to look forward to, which could not work because of the reason for her depression. But Capulet does not know that it is Romeo and not Tybalt that Juliet is mourning. Capulet may also feel that Paris is a good catch, and he does not want him to slip away.

Answer 6

In Act 1, Capulet counselled patience. In Act 3, he suddenly becomes ridiculously impatient.

Answer 7

In Act 1 he says Paris cannot marry her for a couple of years at least. In Act 3 all of a sudden he decides that Paris should marry her sooner than the soonest possible date.

Answer 8

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