Question

comprehension check
act 2 scene 4

1. what is the purpose of the rope ladder that romeo instructs the nurse to get?

a. it is to help juliet escape the capulet house to attend the wedding ceremony.
b. it is to allow romeo to climb into juliet’s bedroom that night.
c. it is a tool for the friar to use to escape if the wedding is discovered.
d. it is for the nurse to hang the wedding banner from the balcony.
act 2 scene 5

1. what evidence suggests that the nurse views love primarily as a physical attraction rather than an emotional connection?

a. she focuses her praise entirely on romeo’s physical attributes (his face, leg, hand, and body) rather than his intellect or character.
b. she encourages juliet to write a poem for romeo to express her feelings.
c. she warns juliet that marriage is a serious religious commitment that requires spiritual preparation.
d. she compares romeo to paris, arguing that paris is the wealthier and more practical choice.

Explanation:

For question 11: In Romeo and Juliet Act 2 Scene 4, Romeo arranges the rope ladder so he can secretly enter Juliet's bedroom that night to be with her after their secret marriage.
For question 12: In Act 2 Scene 5, the Nurse's praise of Romeo fixates on his physical appearance (his looks, body) rather than his character or emotional bond with Juliet, showing she views love as a physical attraction.

Answer:

1. B. It is to allow Romeo to climb into Juliet's bedroom that night.
2. A. She focuses her praise entirely on Romeo's physical attributes (his face, leg, hand, and body) rather than his intellect or character.