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Juliet's actions in Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet" can be interpreted as both an act of betrayal and as justified. On one hand, she goes against her family's wishes and secretly marries Romeo, betraying their trust. On the other hand, her actions can be seen as justified as she is following her heart and choosing love over family loyalty in a society where arranged marriages were common. Ultimately, the interpretation of Juliet's actions as betrayal or justified depends on the perspective of the reader or viewer.
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What were the outcomes of Romeo and Juliet's marriage?
Romeo and Juliet's marriage led to them both committing suicide
What is her mother's reaction to Juliet's response?
Juliet's mother is upset and angry with Juliet for disobeying her wishes to marry Paris, and she does not believe that Juliet's refusal of the marriage proposal is genuine. She sees it as a betrayal and becomes more determined to make Juliet marry Paris.
What is one word that is more awful to Juliet than her whole family being killed?
Betrayal.
In Romeo and Juliet does Juliet see the consequences of her actions?
Reread her soliloquy in Act 4 Scene 3, and you will see that she considers very closely the consequences of her actions.
Why doesn't Juliet share with the nurse the story about the drug from Friar Laurence?
Juliet does not tell her nurse about the potion, as the nurse advises Juliet in a previous scene (act 3, scene 5) to forget Romeo and marry Paris. Juliet takes this as betrayal and swears never to trust the nurse again. Which is why, when the friar gives Juliet the potion, Juliet does NOT tell the nurse. Okay. That's it.
what does the Friar give Juliet from committing suicide by giving her what instead?
The Friar gives Juliet a vial of potion that will make her appear dead to help her escape her arranged marriage to Paris. This plan is meant to give Juliet time to be with Romeo and avoid marrying Paris.
How do words lead to actions in romeo and Juliet?
Insofar as any of the characters discuss things before they do them, words lead to actions. For example, Paris and Capulet talk about the possibility of marriage between Paris and Juliet. Capulet eventually agrees. It has all been talk so far. Then Juliet says she'd rather not marry Paris. At this point the talk leads to actions, namely Capulet getting violent with Juliet.
What is Romeo's actions in romeo and Juliet?
Falling action is another name for act 4.
In the final act how are romeos actions guided more by emotion than reason?
In the final act of Romeo and Juliet, Romeo's actions are guided more by emotion than reason when he decides to take his own life upon seeing Juliet apparently dead. Despite the possibility of misunderstanding and the importance of verifying information, Romeo acts impulsively out of his overwhelming love and grief for Juliet without considering the consequences of his actions. This emotional response ultimately leads to the tragic demise of both Romeo and Juliet.
What did Friar Laurence give Juliet when she went desperately to his cell?
He gives her the Sleeping Potion to simulate death, so that she can avoid marrying Paris and committing bigamy.
Why does Paris feel justified trying to kill Romeo?
Paris feels justified in trying to kill Romeo because he sees Romeo as a threat to Juliet's well-being and as someone who has caused turmoil in their families. He believes that by eliminating Romeo, he is protecting Juliet and restoring peace between their families.
How does Lady Capulet's actions affect the plot of the story?
Lady Capulet's actions, such as supporting Capulet's feud with the Montagues and encouraging Juliet to consider marrying Paris, contribute to the tension and conflict in the story. Her lack of understanding and support for Juliet's feelings ultimately leads to tragic consequences, including Juliet's fake death plan and ultimate demise.
