Soliloquy and Figures of Speech in Romeo and Juliet, Part 4
Question 82440 • EN091 Freshman English A
Act II, Scene ii opens with a series of soliloquies before Romeo and Juliet speak to each other. What is the best description of the effect these soliloquies have on the scene?The soliloquies make the entire scene feel more realistic. The soliloquies make the balcony scene more tragic.The soliloquies create a romantic, intimate mood. The soliloquies suggest that the scene is not real, but only a dream.
Answer
A
The soliloquies make the entire scene feel more realistic.
B
The soliloquies make the balcony scene more tragic.
C
The soliloquies create a romantic, intimate mood.
D
The soliloquies suggest that the scene is not real, but only a dream.
Explanation
Before Romeo and Juliet speak, each reveals their private feelings in a soliloquy. Romeo describes Juliet with idealizing, romantic language, and Juliet speaks openly about her love when she thinks she is alone. These private thoughts create a romantic, intimate mood in the balcony scene.
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