Question

first read: comprehension
identify the choice that best answers the question.
in act i, scene 1, of the tragedy of romeo and juliet, what penalty does prince escalus threaten if further violence breaks out between the capulets and the montagues?
a. a fine and prison for those who participate in the violence
b. death to those who participate in the violence
c. loss of the participants’ lands and properties
d. exile of the participants from verona

Explanation:

In Act 1, Scene 1 of Romeo and Juliet, Prince Escalus arrives to break up the fight between the Capulets and Montagues. He explicitly states that any further violence between the feuding families will result in the death of those who participate.

Answer:

B. death to those who participate in the violence