Why does William Shakespeare foreshadow in the play romeo and Juliet?

Answer 1

The prologue's lines "do with their death bury their parents' strife" foreshadows not only the deaths of Romeo and Juliet but also their parents' reconciliation. In case you weren't listening the first time, Shakespeare says it again: " their parents' rage that but their children's end naught could remove."

Answer 2

ROMEOI fear, too early: for my mind misgives

Some consequence yet hanging in the stars

Shall bitterly begin his fearful date

With this night's revels and expire the term

Of a despised life closed in my breast

By some vile forfeit of untimely death.

But He, that hath the steerage of my course,

Direct my sail! On, lusty gentlemen.

Answer 3

William Shakespeare uses foreshadowing in "Romeo and Juliet" to build tension and suspense throughout the play. By hinting at future events, such as the tragic outcome of the lovers' romance, Shakespeare creates a sense of inevitability and impending doom that keeps the audience engaged and emotionally invested in the story. This literary technique also allows Shakespeare to explore themes of fate, love, and tragedy in a nuanced way.

Answer 4

It explains Romeo and Juliet coming from feuding families and foreshadows them falling in love and their suicide