Read these lines from the prologue of Romeo and Juliet . Two households, both alike in dignity, In fair Verona, where we lay our scene, From ancient grudge break to new mutiny, Where civil blood makes civil hands unclean. What is the best way to paraphrase these lines?
Answer
A
Two feuding families in Verona have an ancient grudge.
B
Two feuding families shed blood over an ancient grudge.
C
Two old families in Verona fight and get themselves dirty.
D
Two families fight over whom pretty Verona shall marry.
Explanation
The lines say that two respected families in Verona have an old feud that erupts into violence and bloodshed. “Two feuding families shed blood over an ancient grudge” captures both the long-standing conflict and its violent result. Choice A mentions the grudge but leaves out the bloodshed.
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