Analyzing the Balcony Scene

Analyzing the Balcony Scene

Grade 8 · ELA · 45 min· Rl4 And Rl5

What's Included

Learning Objective

I can analyze how Shakespeare uses language in the balcony scene to develop Romeo and Juliet's characters.

Warm-Up Video

Unknown Channel · 5:00

Act 2 Scene 2 | Romeo and Juliet | 2018 | Royal Shakespeare Company

Practice Questions

7 questions · Short answer

Exit Ticket

Quick comprehension check

Romeo compares Juliet to the sun, saying "Arise, fair sun, and kill the envious moon." How does this metaphor develop Romeo's character and his feelings towards Juliet? Juliet says, "What's in a name? That which we call a rose / By any other word would smell as sweet." How do these lines develop Juliet's character and her perspective on the feud between the Montagues and Capulets? Analyze Romeo's use of the phrase "Bright Angel" when addressing Juliet. How does this language develop Romeo's character and his perception of Juliet?

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