Question

first read: comprehension
identify the choice that best answers the question.
what are the various examples of impulsive behavior in romeo and juliet that are referred to in \what’s the rush?\ choose three options.
a. juliet’s father promises her in marriage to paris.
b. juliet’s nurse reminisces about juliet’s babyhood.
c. juliet’s cousin tybalt kills romeo’s friend mercutio.
d. romeo turns to friar lawrence for help and advice.
e. romeo kills tybalt to avenge the death of mercutio.
f. romeo and juliet marry without telling their parents.

Explanation:

Impulsive behavior refers to sudden, unplanned actions without careful thought.

• Option A: Juliet's father forcing a hasty marriage is impulsive, acting without considering her wishes.
• Option E: Romeo acts on rage immediately to avenge Mercutio, no forethought.
• Option F: Romeo and Juliet marry secretly quickly, ignoring family feuds and consequences.

Options B is a nostalgic memory, C is a premeditated (not impulsive) act by Tybalt, and D is a rational search for help, so these are not impulsive.

Answer:

A. Juliet's father promises her in marriage to Paris.
E. Romeo kills Tybalt to avenge the death of Mercutio.
F. Romeo and Juliet marry without telling their parents.