Love, Tragedy, and Drama: An Introduction to Shakespeare — Test
Question 6 • CMS 2025-2026 English I CREDIT RECOVERY
Read the excerpt from Act I, scene i of Romeo and Juliet . Romeo: Well, in that hit you miss: she’ll not be hit With Cupid’s arrow; she hath Dian’s wit; And, in strong proof of chastity well arm’d, From love’s weak childish bow she lives unharm’d. The fact that this dialogue contains elements of a Shakespearean sonnet emphasizes Romeo’s
Answer
A
disdain for Benvolio’s intrusive questions.
B
wish that Benvolio could also experience love.
C
skepticism about the idea of being in love.
D
longing for the woman he is describing.
Explanation
Romeo uses the polished, romantic language of a Shakespearean sonnet while describing a woman who cannot be struck by Cupid’s arrow. His imagery of love and chastity reveals that he is focused on her and longs for her, even though she does not return his feelings. The best choice is “longing for the woman he is describing.”
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