Love, Tragedy, and Drama: An Introduction to Shakespeare — Test
Question 18 • English Language Arts 9
Read the excerpt from Act IV, scene v of Romeo and Juliet . Paris : Have I thought long to see this morning’s face, And doth it give me such a sight as this? Which best describes Paris’s reaction when he believes that Juliet has died?
Answer
A
He’s relieved that the wedding is canceled.
B
He’s angry that the friar gave her poison.
C
He’s devastated that he cannot marry her.
D
He’s sympathetic toward her parents.
Explanation
Paris expected to see Juliet on their wedding morning, but instead believes she is dead. His shocked question shows that he is devastated by her death and by the loss of the marriage he had anticipated. The best choice is “He’s devastated that he cannot marry her.”
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