by alex
In Act 2 of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, the star-crossed lovers deepen their bond and make pivotal decisions that set the stage for the unfolding drama. This quiz will test your grasp of the critical moments and character interactions that define this act. Sharpen your wits and see how well you remember the details of this iconic love story!
Romeo and Juliet Act 2 Quiz Questions Overview
1. What does Romeo compare Juliet to during the famous balcony scene?
The sun
The moon
A star
A rose
2. Who provides a message to Romeo from Juliet in Act 2?
Mercutio
The Nurse
Benvolio
Friar Laurence
3. Where does Romeo go immediately after leaving Juliet’s balcony?
To his home
To the Capulet’s house
To Friar Laurence’s cell
To the market
4. What is Friar Laurence’s initial reaction to Romeo’s request to marry Juliet?
He is overjoyed
He is angry
He is skeptical
He is indifferent
5. Why does Friar Laurence agree to marry Romeo and Juliet?
He wants to defy the Capulets
He believes it will end the feud between the Montagues and Capulets
He is bribed by Romeo
He wants to gain favor with the Prince
6. What does Juliet fear when she is waiting for the Nurse to return with news from Romeo?
That Romeo has changed his mind
That the Nurse has been delayed
That her parents will find out
That Romeo has been hurt
7. What time of day do Romeo and Juliet plan to get married?
At dawn
At noon
In the evening
At midnight
8. Who teases Romeo about his love for Juliet in Act 2?
Benvolio
The Nurse
Mercutio
Friar Laurence
9. What does Juliet say she will do if Romeo’s intentions are honorable?
Run away with him
Marry him
Tell her parents
Leave Verona
10. How does Act 2 conclude?
With a fight between the families
With Romeo and Juliet’s marriage
With a message from the Prince
With Juliet’s promise to meet Romeo
