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Below are some possible essay topics suitable for VCE
questions on 'Romeo & Juliet'. Use these topics for revision
by writing or planning the essays and comparing your work
with that of a friend.
1. Discuss the use of irony in the play.
2. Describe in some detail the events leading to the death of
Tybalt. Explain who you think is most to blame for his death.
3. What have you learnt about human nature by reading and
studying 'Romeo and Juliet'?
4. Compare the characters of the Nurse and Friar Lawrence.
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5. We see two sets of parents in the play the Capulets and
the Montagues. Compare the way in which each couple handles
the responsibilities of parenthood.
6. Trace the way in which Romeo and Juliet are dogged by an
unkind Fate.
7. Discuss the use in the play of imagery of light contrasted
with darkness.
8. What is it about the love of Romeo and Juliet that makes
it special?
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9. 'It is the weakness of Prince Escalus which permits the
occurrence of the tragedy.' Discuss the truth or otherwise of
this statement.
10. Choose one scene of the play which relies on Dramatic Irony
for effect. Describe the scene in detail concentrating on
those aspects which you feel are ironic.
11. How much are Romeo and Juliet themselves to blame for what
happens in the play?
12. Explain who you think is the most likeable character in the
play and who is the least likeable.