Later on in the play, after Romeo kills Tybalt to avenge Mercutio, Benvolio shouts at Romeo: “Romeo, away, be gone! / … / The Prince will doom thee death / If thou art taken…” (3.1. 94–97). Here, Benvolio again proves that he is a great friend to Romeo, keeping his best interests at heart.
- 1 Who do Benvolio and Mercutio believe Romeo is in love with?
- 2 Are Benvolio and Mercutio helpful to Romeo?
- 3 Is Benvolio in love with Romeo?
- 4 Why are Benvolio and Mercutio concerned about Romeo?
- 5 How does Romeo escape Mercutio and Benvolio?
- 6 Are Mercutio and Benvolio friends?
- 7 What do Benvolio and Mercutio not know about Romeo in this scene?
- 8 What is Romeo’s relationship with Mercutio?
- 9 Why is Benvolio the best character?
- 10 Is Benvolio more playful than Mercutio?
- 11 Who is Mercutio and Benvolio in Romeo and Juliet?
- 12 What do Benvolio and Mercutio say has arrived at the Montague House for Romeo What does it mean what is their reaction?
- 13 How is Benvolio’s attitude towards Romeo different from Mercutio’s?
- 14 Why do Benvolio and Mercutio say Romeo is already dead?
- 15 What does Benvolio think of Romeo?
- 16 What do Benvolio and Mercutio not realize about Romeo at the beginning of this scene that we the audience already know?
- 17 Why doesn’t Romeo leave the party with Mercutio and Benvolio?
- 18 What did Benvolio discover at Montague’s home?
- 19 Where do Mercutio and Benvolio believe Romeo is running off to after the party?
- 20 What are Benvolio and Mercutio talking about in Act 2 Scene 1?
- 21 What is significant about Mercutio’s remarks to Romeo in Scene 1?
- 22 Who is Romeo’s best friend?
- 23 Who broke Romeo’s heart at the beginning of the play?
- 24 Who killed Benvolio?
- 25 What is the role of Benvolio in Romeo and Juliet?
- 26 What advice does Benvolio give Romeo in hopes of lifting his spirits?
- 27 How is Benvolio calm?
- 28 Is Benvolio related to the prince?
- 29 How are Romeo and Benvolio alike?
- 30 Are Romeo and Mercutio best friends?
- 31 What is Romeo’s response to Benvolio advice?
- 32 What makes Romeo and Mercutio different?
- 33 How are Benvolio and Romeo foils?
- 34 How does Mercutio describe Benvolio?
- 35 What are the character traits of Benvolio in Romeo and Juliet?
- 36 Is Benvolio in love with Romeo?
- 37 Who killed Mercutio?
- 38 Who do Benvolio and Mercutio believe Romeo is in love with?
- 39 Why are Mercutio and Benvolio concerned how might this affect Romeo’s relationship with Juliet?
- 40 Why do you think Tybalt approaches Mercutio and Benvolio and wants a word with one of them?
- 41 Where does Benvolio think that Romeo is hiding and why?
- 42 How does Mercutio and Benvolio feel about Romeo’s love for Rosaline?
- 43 How do Mercutio and Benvolio tease the nurse?
- 44 Do Benvolio and Mercutio know that Romeo has met and fallen in love with Juliet?
- 45 How are Romeo and Mercutio related?
- 46 When Mercutio Cannot find Romeo at the beginning of the act What does Mercutio assume?
- 47 Who are Benvolio and Mercutio looking for at the start of the scene?
- 48 When Romeo does not appear What does Benvolio conclude?
- 49 Do Benvolio and Mercutio realize that Romeo has found a new love cite lines to support your answer?
- 50 Why does Romeo run away from Benvolio and Mercutio?
- 51 Who do Mercutio and Benvolio think Romeo is in love with what type of irony is this why?
- 52 What does Mercutio assume Romeo was doing after Romeo ditched them at the party Mercutio assumes?
- 53 Is Mercutio in love with Romeo?
- 54 What are Mercutio and Benvolio doing at the beginning of Scene 1?
Who do Benvolio and Mercutio believe Romeo is in love with?
Romeo’s friends, Mercutio and Benvolio, go looking for Romeo. They think that Romeo is still in love with Rosaline. Benvolio and Mercutio do not know that Romeo is headed to the Capulet orchard.
Are Benvolio and Mercutio helpful to Romeo?
Benvolio is, like always, begging and pleading for them to keep the peace. All through the tale, Romeo’s best friends, Benvolio and Mercutio, try to help Romeo with their own particular methods. Surprisingly, there are no characters that differ from each other more than Benvolio and Mercutio.
Is Benvolio in love with Romeo?
Benvolio is loyal to Romeo, but he is also loyal to the Montague family. He wants to help Romeo’s parents. Some people interpret this as Benvolio spying on Romeo on behalf of the parents of the Montague family.
Why are Benvolio and Mercutio concerned about Romeo?
We learn from Benvolio that the Montagues have received a threatening note from Tybalt, directed at Romeo. Mercutio is worried about lovesick Romeo’s ability to best the talented Tybalt in a duel.
How does Romeo escape Mercutio and Benvolio?
By leaping the wall surrounding the Capulet orchard, Romeo physically separates himself from Mercutio and Benvolio — a separation that reflects the distance he feels from society, his friends, and his family.
Are Mercutio and Benvolio friends?
Through both are Romeo’s friends, one has to wonder how they can stand one another’s company. The first thing anyone may notice between Benvolio and Mercutio is their methods of confronting problems.
What do Benvolio and Mercutio not know about Romeo in this scene?
juliet doesn’t know who he was until they met. what do benvolio and mercutio not know about romeo in scene 1? he likes julie and they don’t know where he went. they also don’t know how much danger he is in.
What is Romeo’s relationship with Mercutio?
Mercutio is Romeo’s best friend. Mercutio likes to have a good laugh, is optimistic, loyal and a good friend. When Romeo is depressed because of his unrequited love for Rosaline, it is Mercutio that suggests they should all gate-crash the Capulet party.
Why is Benvolio the best character?
Regarding his personality, what is most striking about Benvolio is his maturity and the good sense he shows, as opposed to Romeo’s immaturity and rash behaviour, and Mercutio’s dashing, swashbuckling approach . All three are intelligent boys but, unlike his cousin, Benvolio is cautious and thoughtful.
Is Benvolio more playful than Mercutio?
Which of the following best compares or contrasts Benvolio’s personality with that of Mercutio? Benvolio is more playful than Mercutio.
Who is Mercutio and Benvolio in Romeo and Juliet?
Lady Capulet is Lord Capulet’s wife and Juliet’s mother. She married very young. Mercutio is a friend of Romeo’s and relative of Prince Escalus. Benvolio is Lord Montague’s nephew and friend to Romeo and Mercutio.
What do Benvolio and Mercutio say has arrived at the Montague House for Romeo What does it mean what is their reaction?
What does Benvolio and Mercutio say has arrived at the Montague house for Romeo? Tybalt has sent a letter to Romeo challenging him to a duel. How does Benvolio feel about this? He fears because Romeo is depressed and sad he stands no chance in the duel.
How is Benvolio’s attitude towards Romeo different from Mercutio’s?
Between this hot-tempered pair stands level-headed Benvolio, Romeo’s cousin, a Montague and friend to Mercutio. In contrast to Mercutio, Benvolio wants to avoid confrontation. He is presented throughout the play as cautious and careful (his name, translated from Italian, means ‘good will’).
Why do Benvolio and Mercutio say Romeo is already dead?
Jokingly, Mercutio says that Romeo is already dead because he has been “stabbed with a white wench’s black eye, run through the ear with a love-song,” and shot right through the heart with Cupid’s arrow.
What does Benvolio think of Romeo?
In Romeo and Juliet, Benvolio feels that love looks gentle and appealing, but in reality can be tough and painful. When he tries to find out why Romeo…
What do Benvolio and Mercutio not realize about Romeo at the beginning of this scene that we the audience already know?
Mercutio and Benvolio do not know Romeo is in love with Juliet. They still think Romeo loves Rosaline. The audience knows Romeo is in love with Juliet because we saw the scene where they met.
Why doesn’t Romeo leave the party with Mercutio and Benvolio?
Why doesn’t Romeo leave with Mercutio and Benvolio. He is tired of their jokes. He has arranged to meet Juliet. He wants to see Juliet again.
What did Benvolio discover at Montague’s home?
Benvolio has learned from a Montague servant that Romeo did not return home; Mercutio spouts some unkind words about Rosaline. Benvolio also relates that Tybalt has sent a letter to Romeo challenging him to a duel.
Where do Mercutio and Benvolio believe Romeo is running off to after the party?
Where does Mercutio think Romeo has gone? He ran away and went over the orchard wall.
What are Benvolio and Mercutio talking about in Act 2 Scene 1?
Summary: Act 2, scene 1
Benvolio and Mercutio enter, calling out for Romeo. They are sure he is nearby, but Romeo does not answer. Exasperated and amused, Mercutio mocks Romeo’s feelings for Rosaline in an obscene speech. Mercutio and Benvolio exit under the assumption that Romeo does not want to be found.
What is significant about Mercutio’s remarks to Romeo in Scene 1?
What is significant about Mercutio’s remarks to Romeo in scene one in Romeo’s response and scene two? The comments from mercutio are rude and corrupt and now irrelevant because he has fallen in love with Juliet. Romeo is saying that he makes fun of scars that don’t hurt anymore.
Who is Romeo’s best friend?
Romeo’s friends are: Benvolio – his cousin. Mercutio – his best friend.
Who broke Romeo’s heart at the beginning of the play?
Tybalt asks his uncle to kick Romeo out of the party. Rosaline broke Romeo’s heart at the beginning of the play.
Who killed Benvolio?
Benvolio doesn’t die in Romeo and Juliet. Mercutio, on the other hand, is killed by Tybalt. It is easy to confuse Benvolio and Mercutio because they… See full answer below.
What is the role of Benvolio in Romeo and Juliet?
Benvolio is an important character in Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare. He is Romeo’s cousin, which makes him part of the Montague family. Benvolio plays a number of important roles throughout the play: he is a counselor, a problem-solver, a peacemaker, and a good friend to both Romeo and Mercutio.
What advice does Benvolio give Romeo in hopes of lifting his spirits?
What advice does Benvolio give Romeo in hopes of lifting his spirits? Benvolio tells Romeo that he will help him get over this girl if it is that last thing he ever does. He also advises Romeo to check out other girls and to try and forget about Rosaline.
How is Benvolio calm?
Benvolio is a static character throughout the play of Romeo and Juliet, always taking the peaceful approach towards a situation, never having started a fight himself. He is most well-known for his honesty, and helpfulness to Romeo.
Benvolio. Montague’s nephew and Romeo’s cousin. Benvolio and Romeo are both friends of Mercutio, a kinsman to Prince Escalus. Benvolio seems to have little sympathy with the feud, trying unsuccessfully to back down from a fight with Tybalt, and the duels that end in Mercutio and Tybalt’s death.
How are Romeo and Benvolio alike?
Benvolio is Lord Montague’s nephew and Romeo’s cousin. He is usually portrayed by Shakespeare as a kind and thoughtful person who attempts to look out for his cousin. Benvolio spends most of Act I attempting to distract his cousin from his infatuation with Rosaline but following the first appearance of Mercutio in I.
Are Romeo and Mercutio best friends?
He is a close friend to Romeo and a blood relative to Prince Escalus and Count Paris. As such, Mercutio is one of the named characters in the play with the ability to mingle around those of both houses.
What is Romeo’s response to Benvolio advice?
o Romeo’s response to Benvolio that he “canst not teach [him] to forget” (line 235) suggests the unique and unforgettable beauty of his love: Romeo claims that it is impossible to forget Rosaline’s beauty or be satisfied with the “passing fair” (line 232) once one has seen her, suggesting that he idealizes beauty.
What makes Romeo and Mercutio different?
Although they both are very friendly and caring people, Mercutio and Romeo differ in their feelings about love and how serious they take life. Throughout the whole play both Romeo and Mercutio were there for each other when in need of a friend or even just some comforting words.
How are Benvolio and Romeo foils?
Tybalt, kinsman to Juliet, is a foil for Benvolio, who is kinsman to Romeo. Tybalt is ‘king of cats,’ quick to anger and act without thought, prone to act fast and violently if he feels insulted or dishonored.
How does Mercutio describe Benvolio?
Mercutio replies that Benvolio has as quick a temper as any man in Italy, and should not criticize others for their short fuses. Tybalt enters with a group of cronies.
What are the character traits of Benvolio in Romeo and Juliet?
Benvolio is a fictional character in the play and Benvolio serves as an unsuccessful peacemaker in the play, attempting to prevent violence. Benvolio’s traits include clear-thinking, reliable, peace-loving, caring, respectful, trustworthy, and responsible young men, but he will fight if he is pushed too far.
Is Benvolio in love with Romeo?
Benvolio is loyal to Romeo, but he is also loyal to the Montague family. He wants to help Romeo’s parents. Some people interpret this as Benvolio spying on Romeo on behalf of the parents of the Montague family.
Who killed Mercutio?
Tybalt, the man of precise forms and code of honor, treacherously stabs Mercutio under Romeo’s arm, and Romeo becomes directly involved in Mercutio’s death. Romeo is at first incredulous at the possibility of death as he supports Mercutio: “Courage, man; the hurt cannot be much” (III. i. 94).
Who do Benvolio and Mercutio believe Romeo is in love with?
Romeo’s friends, Mercutio and Benvolio, go looking for Romeo. They think that Romeo is still in love with Rosaline. Benvolio and Mercutio do not know that Romeo is headed to the Capulet orchard.
Why are Mercutio and Benvolio concerned how might this affect Romeo’s relationship with Juliet?
Mercutio and Benvolio are concerned because Tybalt has challenged Romeo to a duel. Mercutio then makes a joke and says that Romeo is already dead. How has Romeo ‘died’ according to him. Romeo is being killed by the person he loves that doesn’t love him back.
Why do you think Tybalt approaches Mercutio and Benvolio and wants a word with one of them?
Why do you think Tybalt approaches Mercutio and Benvolio and wants a “word” with one of them (line 36)? he is looking for Romeo and thinks they know where they he is; Tybalt was still mad that Romeo went to the Capulet party uninvited and so he wants to fight Romeo.
Where does Benvolio think that Romeo is hiding and why?
When Benvolio and Mercutio are unable to find Romeo following their crashing of the Capulet party, they assume that he is keeping himself away from them because his heart is still broken and he does not want company.
How does Mercutio and Benvolio feel about Romeo’s love for Rosaline?
Mercutio ridicules Romeo’s ‘love’ for Rosaline claiming it is false. “That dreamers often lie.” This is Mercutio’s response after Romeo tells him he dreamt of Rosaline. Mercutio understands that Romeo’s love for Rosaline isn’t true and ridicules him for it, saying openly that Romeo, being the dreamer, can often lie.
How do Mercutio and Benvolio tease the nurse?
Benvolio and Mercutio tease the nurse about acting ‘above her station’ and acting as if she is an important member of royalty. Mostly, it is Mercutio that does the teasing.
Do Benvolio and Mercutio know that Romeo has met and fallen in love with Juliet?
Romeo hopes to see Juliet again after falling in love with her at first sight during the Capulet masquerade ball. He leaps the orchard wall when he hears Mercutioand Benvolio approaching. His friends are unaware that Romeo has met and fallen in love with Juliet.
Mercutio is a friend of Romeo’s and relative of Prince Escalus. Benvolio is Lord Montague’s nephew and friend to Romeo and Mercutio. Tybalt is Lady Capulet’s nephew. He dislikes the Montagues.
When Mercutio Cannot find Romeo at the beginning of the act What does Mercutio assume?
When Mercutio cannot find Romeo at the beginning of the act, what does Mercutio assume? He assumes that Romeo still pines away for Rosaline. What is the purpose of Mercutio’s bawdy humor? His dirty jokes contrast with the religious images Romeo uses to describe love.
Who are Benvolio and Mercutio looking for at the start of the scene?
Now, the morning after the Capulet feast, Mercutio and Benvolio search for Romeo. Mercutio blames Romeo’s absence on his love for the “pale, hard-hearted wench,” Rosaline.
When Romeo does not appear What does Benvolio conclude?
When Romeo does not appear, what does Benvolio conclude? He concludes that Romeo doesn’t want to be found. When and where does Act II, Scene 2 take place? She is saying why does Romeo have to be a Montague and for him to forget about his family and change his name or she will.
Do Benvolio and Mercutio realize that Romeo has found a new love cite lines to support your answer?
Do you think Benvolio and Mercutio realize Romeo has found a new love? No because Mercutio talks of Rosaline: “I conjure thee by Rosaline’s bright eyes.”
Why does Romeo run away from Benvolio and Mercutio?
After the Capulets’ ball, why does Romeo run away from his friends? He runs away from Benvolio and Mercutio because he wants to see Juliet and he thinks they will try to stop him.
Who do Mercutio and Benvolio think Romeo is in love with what type of irony is this why?
Terms in this set (40) What is the Dramatic Irony going on at the beginning of scene I? Mercutio and Benvolio do not know Romeo is in love with Juliet. They still think Romeo loves Rosaline.
What does Mercutio assume Romeo was doing after Romeo ditched them at the party Mercutio assumes?
When Mercutio can’t find Romeo after the Capulet party is done, what does Mercutio assume? He assumes that Romeo is with Juliet. He assumes that Romeo has killed himself. He assumes that Romeo still has feelings for Rosaline.
Is Mercutio in love with Romeo?
Mercutio is Romeo’s sword-fight loving BFF, and you probably won’t be surprised to find out that his name sounds a lot like the word “mercurial,” i.e. “volatile,” i.e. “touchy.” He never backs down from a duel and, although he’s neither a Montague nor a Capulet, he gets involved in the long-standing family feud on the …
What are Mercutio and Benvolio doing at the beginning of Scene 1?
What are Benvolio and Mercutio doing as the scene opens? Tybalt has challenged Romeo to a duel. What is the new danger that Benvolio and Mercutio are discussing before Romeo arrives? Love (but they do not know about Juliet).