The Nurse, clearly intent on delay, complains of her aching bones while the clock ticks away and Juliet waits for a message. This Romeo And Juliet Act 2 Scene 5 Quiz shows the impatience of youth and the comedy of the old messenger. See if you can take the suspense.
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Romeo And Juliet Act 2 Scene 5 Quiz Questions
- Where does Act 2 Scene 5 take place?
- Who is waiting for the Nurse at the beginning of the scene?
- What is Juliet eagerly expecting from the Nurse?
- How long has the Nurse been gone when the scene begins?
- Why is Juliet anxious during the Nurse’s delay?
- Who finally enters to meet Juliet?
- What does Juliet call the Nurse when she first sees her?
- What complaint does Juliet make about the Nurse?
- How does the Nurse behave before delivering the message?
- What excuse does the Nurse give for delaying?
- How does Juliet respond to the Nurse’s teasing?
- What does Juliet beg the Nurse to tell her?
- What is the Nurse’s first reaction to Romeo’s plan?
- What does the Nurse say about Romeo’s looks?
- What message does the Nurse bring from Romeo?
- When should Juliet go to Friar Lawrence’s cell?
- What will the Nurse fetch for Juliet before she leaves?
- Why will the rope ladder be needed?
- How does the Nurse feel about Juliet’s secret marriage?
- What does Juliet’s impatience show about her character?
- What emotion dominates this scene?
- What literary device does Shakespeare use in the Nurse’s teasing?
- What theme is most evident in this scene?
- What does Juliet say about old people during her impatience?
- How does the Nurse’s speech contrast Juliet’s?
- What does Juliet say after hearing Romeo’s message?
- What important event will follow this scene?
- What tone dominates the Nurse’s dialogue?
- What is Juliet’s final emotion at the end of the scene?
- What central contrast does this scene highlight?