"Below are some possible essay topics suitable for O Level questions on 'Romeo & Juliet'. Use these topics for revision by writing or planning the essays and comparing your work with that of a friend."
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"1. Discuss the use of irony in the play."
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"2. Describe in some detail the events leading to the death of Tybalt. Explain who you think is most to blame for his death."
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"3. What have you learnt about human nature by reading and studying 'Romeo and Juliet'?"
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"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."
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"6. Trace the way in which Romeo and Juliet are dogged by an unkind Fate."
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"7. Discuss the use in the play of imagery of light contrasted with darkness."
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"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."
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"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."
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"11. How much are Romeo and Juliet themselves to blame for what happens in the play?"
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"12. Explain who you think is the most likeable character in the play, and who is the least likeable."
