The balcony scene (Part 2)

In this lesson, we will continue to explore the famous 'balcony scene'. This time we will focus on the ways in which Shakespeare employs and manipulates staging in order to help us understand and interpret Romeo and Juliet's relationship.

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Intro quiz - Recap from previous lesson

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Question 1

Question 2

Question 3

Question 4

Question 5

Q1.What is the definition of 'metamorphosis'?

Dangerous; risking life and harm A disagreement, clash or struggle between two opposing forces Love, loyalty, or enthusiasm for a person or activity Transformation; great change

1/5

Q2.Why is Romeo in peril in Act 2, Scene 2?

He has challenged Tybalt to a fight He is trespassing on the Capulet's property and may be killed if he is found He is standing on the edge of a very high balcony He ate too much at the Capulet masquerade ball

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Q3.True or False: Juliet confesses her feelings of love and devotion to Romeo without realising he can hear her.

True False

3/5

Q4.Which of the following words best describes Romeo and Juliet's characters in this scene?

Rebellious Demure Submissive Cruel

4/5

Q5.How does Act 2, Scene 2 end?

With Romeo falling to his death from the balcony With Romeo and Juliet agreeing to get married With Romeo being discovered by the Nurse With Juliet running away with Romeo

5/5

Quiz:

Intro quiz - Recap from previous lesson

Before we start this lesson, let’s see what you can remember from this topic. Here’s a quick quiz!

Question 1

Question 2

Question 3

Question 4

Question 5

Q1.What is the definition of 'metamorphosis'?

Dangerous; risking life and harm A disagreement, clash or struggle between two opposing forces Love, loyalty, or enthusiasm for a person or activity Transformation; great change

1/5

Q2.Why is Romeo in peril in Act 2, Scene 2?

2/5

Q3.True or False: Juliet confesses her feelings of love and devotion to Romeo without realising he can hear her.

True False

3/5

Q4.Which of the following words best describes Romeo and Juliet's characters in this scene?

Rebellious Demure Submissive Cruel

4/5

Q5.How does Act 2, Scene 2 end?

With Romeo falling to his death from the balcony With Romeo and Juliet agreeing to get married With Romeo being discovered by the Nurse With Juliet running away with Romeo

5/5

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Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet- The Balcony Scene (2)

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Question 1

Question 2

Question 3

Question 4

Question 5

Q1.What is the definition of an 'obstacle'?

Certain to lead to death, destruction or a negative outcome. A thing that blocks someone’s way or prevents progress. Closely acquainted; personal and private Transformation; great change

1/5

Q2.True or False: It has been clear from the start of the play that Romeo and Juliet's relationship is doomed.

True False

2/5

Q3.Which two elements of staging are important in the original play text for Act 2, Scene 2?

Orchard walls and the Balcony Swimming pool and the fairy lights Orchard walls and security cameras Balcony and the masquerade masks

3/5

Q4.Which of the following is NOT a likely interpretation of the meaning suggested by the 'balcony' staging?

That Juliet is heavenly and pure That there is a great distance between Romeo and Juliet- their love is doomed That Juliet has power over Romeo That Juliet is submissive

4/5

Q5.Which of the following is NOT an example of staging that we have already seen in the play?

The swords of the servants in Act 1 The high wall of the Capulet garden The guitar that Romeo was playing in Act 1 The masks worn at the Capulet ball

5/5

Quiz:

Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet- The Balcony Scene (2)

Now you have completed the lesson content for today, have a go at the following quiz which will assess your understanding of the content that we have covered together! Good luck!

Question 1

Question 2

Question 3

Question 4

Question 5

Q1.What is the definition of an 'obstacle'?

Certain to lead to death, destruction or a negative outcome. A thing that blocks someone’s way or prevents progress. Closely acquainted; personal and private Transformation; great change

1/5

Q2.True or False: It has been clear from the start of the play that Romeo and Juliet's relationship is doomed.

True False

2/5

Q3.Which two elements of staging are important in the original play text for Act 2, Scene 2?

Orchard walls and the Balcony Swimming pool and the fairy lights Orchard walls and security cameras Balcony and the masquerade masks

3/5

Q4.Which of the following is NOT a likely interpretation of the meaning suggested by the 'balcony' staging?

That Juliet is heavenly and pure That there is a great distance between Romeo and Juliet- their love is doomed That Juliet has power over Romeo That Juliet is submissive

4/5

Q5.Which of the following is NOT an example of staging that we have already seen in the play?

The swords of the servants in Act 1 The high wall of the Capulet garden The guitar that Romeo was playing in Act 1 The masks worn at the Capulet ball

5/5

Lesson summary: The balcony scene (Part 2)

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