Question

quiz 2.1.1 - act 3 scene 1
everything seems to be going really well, this is still the rising action of the story (think back to the plot structure of a tragedy activity). romeo and juliet are their wedding night, when romeo meets up with tybalt and mercutio, as well as a smattering of other characters. the action in the play just reached its clim that will change the course of our \star - crossed lovers.\
in the following activity, you will answer questions that check and reinforce your understanding of act 3 scene 1
please choose the most correct answer for each question
value: 2
in the film version of the fight, what can you infer about mercutio and tybalts true intent?
a. though they want to be the \victor\ neither is aiming to kill the other.
b. mercutio is intent on killing tybalt
c. tybalt is intent on killing mercutio
d. the entire fight is just a joke

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Explanation:

In the fight between Mercutio and Tybalt in Romeo and Juliet, Tybalt is initially looking for a fight with Romeo but Mercutio steps in. Tybalt is a hot - tempered Capulet and is intent on violence. Mercutio, while also quick - tempered, is not the one initially seeking to kill Tybalt. The fight is not a joke as it leads to Mercutio's death. Tybalt's actions show his intent to harm Mercutio.

Answer:

C. Tybalt is intent on killing Mercutio