Question

in act i, scene 1, romeo uses the following phrases to describe his feelings about love: brawling love, loving hate, heavy lightness, serious vanity, feather of lead, bright smoke, cold fire, and sick health. romeo’s use of oxymorons reveals that he is — a a poet at heart b losing his mind c perplexed by love d destined for tragedy

Explanation:

In Act 1, Scene 1 of "Romeo and Juliet", Romeo uses oxymorons (like "brawling love", "loving hate", etc.) to describe his feelings about love. These contradictory terms show his confusion and inner turmoil caused by his unrequited love at that time, which means he is perplexed by love. Option A is incorrect as the oxymorons don't show he's a poet at heart. Option B is incorrect as he's not losing his mind, just confused about love. Option D is incorrect as the oxymorons here are about his current love - related confusion, not foreshadowing tragedy.

Answer:

C. perplexed by love