10
QuizMultiple Choice

Themes and Resolution in Romeo and Juliet, Part 8 — Quiz

Question 10 • English 9 CR SUSD (EX)

In Act V, scene i of Romeo and Juliet , what role does the Apothecary play in the catastrophe?

Answer
A
He fails to deliver a letter to Romeo.
B
He tells Romeo that Juliet has died.
C
He accompanies Romeo to Juliet’s tomb.
D
He sells Romeo the fatal poison.

Explanation

The Apothecary sells Romeo a poison strong enough to kill him, despite knowing that selling it is illegal. Romeo takes it to the Capulet tomb and drinks it after finding Juliet apparently dead. The Apothecary does not deliver a letter, announce Juliet’s death, or accompany Romeo to the tomb.

AI-written and checked against the verified answer.