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Question 5 • Language Arts 9

Review Friar Laurence’s soliloquy in Act II, scene iii of Romeo and Juliet . Which statements about Friar Laurence’s soliloquy are true? Choose two correct answers.

Answer
A
Friar Laurence contrasts the good and bad uses of herbs.
B
Friar Laurence describes to the audience his role as friar.
C
Friar Laurence provides advice for cooking with herbs.
D
Friar Laurence warns Romeo against eating certain herbs.
E
Friar Laurence explains to the audience his use for herbs.

Explanation

Friar Laurence describes how herbs and other plants can be used for healing, giving people “much grace” when used well. He also explains that the same plants can be harmful or poisonous if misused, contrasting their beneficial and dangerous qualities. So he explains the herbs’ uses and contrasts their good and bad effects; he does not give cooking advice or warn Romeo about eating particular herbs.

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