Romeo and Juliet Test Questions

Fact Based Questions:

1) What city does Romeo go to after being exiled? 

2) Why doesn't Friar Lawrence's message reach Romeo in Mantua?

3) Who is the first to sneak into the tomb to see Juliet?

4) Whose body is in the tomb when Juliet enters? 

5) Why does the Friar agree to marry Romeo and Juliet?

Thinking Questions:

1) Romeo and Juliet feel that they have fallen instantly in love. Use quotes and explain why they feel this way. 

2) Compare and contrast Romeo's love for Rosaline and his love for Juliet.  

3) Analyze the uses of light and darkness and the comparisons to the moon, stars and sun.  What do they contribute to the meaning of the play?

4) Write about Juliet's character. What is her maturity level? Does this change and how so from the beginning of the play to the end? How has her opinion of marriage change?

5) Shakespeare contrast characters and situations throughout the play.  Explain an example. What affect does this have on the audience/reader? Does this add to the message of the play?

Essay Question:

1) If Friar Lawrence's plan worked, what do you think would have happened? Would Romeo and Juliet's relationship last? Support your answer.

2) Is any character responsible for the tragedy of Romeo and Juliet? How so? (You can choose any character or multiple characters as long as you can support your answer)