Romeo and Juliet

Lesson 20
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ELA

Unit 11

9th Grade

Lesson 20 of 23

Objective


Analyze the degree to which fate shaped the deaths of the protagonists.

Readings and Materials


  • Play: Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare  — Act 5, Scene 3 (pp. 219–231)

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Target Task


Multiple Choice

In lines 166–172, Juliet kisses Romeo in an attempt to

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Writing Prompt

Is it fate or something/someone else that is to blame for the deaths of Romeo and Juliet? Defend your answer with evidence from throughout the play.

Key Questions


  • Again, we see a series of unfortunate timing and events in this scene. Trace these near misses and how they lead to the tragic end.
  • What is Shakespeare communicating about fate? Passionate love? Good and evil?
  • Is the Friar ultimately to blame for the deaths? Collect evidence to support your answer. 
  • Or is it just that fate cannot be avoided?
  • Is there anyone else? The nurse, perhaps? The Capulets? Romeo or Juliet themselves?
  • In the end, how does Romeo and Juliet’s love impact their families? How does this develop theme?
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