Question

in act v, scene i of romeo and juliet, what role does balthasar play in the catastrophe? he tells romeo that juliet is dead. he convinces romeo to visit juliet’s tomb. he forgets to deliver a letter to romeo. he suggests that romeo buy poison.

Explanation:

In Act V, scene 1 of "Romeo and Juliet", Balthasar, Romeo's servant, brings the news to Romeo that Juliet is dead (though she is actually in a death - like sleep due to the potion). This news prompts Romeo to take the actions that lead to the catastrophe. The other options are incorrect: he doesn't convince Romeo to visit the tomb, Friar John is the one who forgets to deliver the letter, and Balthasar doesn't suggest buying poison.

Answer:

He tells Romeo that Juliet is dead.