3/16-3/17 Notes

What central idea does Romeo’s declaration, “I am fortune’s fool” develop in this excerpt?

Give it your best shot & get an idea on a piece of paper.

You will be working on this quick write todayand tomorrow - KEEP TRACK OF IT!

Quick Write

According to Romeo, what will happen because of Mercutio's death?

What is the impact of the word fate on the meaning of

Romeo's statement, "This day's black fate on more days doth

depend"?

How does Romeo's response to Tybalt in lines 119-126 compare to his approach to Tybalt in lines 66 - 70?

Paraphrase Romeo's statement to Tybalt:

"Either thou or I, or both, must go with him".

How does Romeo's use of the words fate and fortune

in this passage impact the tone of the scene?

What might it mean to be "fortune's fool"?

How did fortune "trick" someone?

What central idea does Romeo’s declaration, “I am fortune’s fool” develop in this excerpt?

NOW, add 2 – 3 sentences with support from the play.

Quick Write

How does the Prologue support OR contradict Romeo’s belief that he is “fortune’s fool”?

Your response should be 4-5 sentences and include at least 2 vocab words.

 (Any vocab from the Prologue through Act 3.1)

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