Romeo and Juliet Balcony Scene Language

Romeo and Juliet Balcony Scene Language

Grade 8 · ELA · 45 min· Rl3, Rl4 , Rl5

What's Included

Learning Objective

I can analyze how Romeo and Juliet use language to express their feelings for each other in the Balcony Scene and how this drives the plot.

Warm-Up Video

Unknown Channel · 5:00

Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare | Act 2, Scene 2 Summary & Analysis

Practice Questions

7 questions · Short answer

Exit Ticket

Quick comprehension check

Identify one example of figurative language (simile, metaphor, or personification) used by either Romeo or Juliet in the Balcony Scene. Explain what this language reveals about their feelings for each other. Find a specific line from the Balcony Scene where Romeo or Juliet expresses doubt or worry about their love. How does this expression of doubt or worry affect the plot of the play? Give an example of how Romeo and Juliet's language shows the speed and intensity of their feelings in the Balcony Scene. How does this quick connection between them influence the events that follow?

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