Benvolio

• Who is the character being analyzed in the video?

  Benvolio
• What does the audience's first introduction to Benvolio suggest?

  He will be a key character
• What type of verse does Shakespeare use for Benvolio?

  Blank verse
• How does Benvolio's speech differ from the servants' speech?

  Benvolio speaks in blank verse, servants in prose
• What does the phrase "you know not what you do" evoke for the audience?

  Words of Jesus from the Bible
• How does Benvolio's language contrast with Samson and Gregory's language?

  Benvolio uses religious language, others use innuendo
• What does the name "Benvolio" translate to?

  Peacekeeper
• What prophetic statement does Benvolio make about Romeo?

  He will forget Rosaline if he examines other beauties
• How does Benvolio's warning about fleeing after killing Tybalt turn out?

  It proves incorrect; Romeo is banished
• What role does Benvolio play in the plot development?

  He serves as a tool for plot development
• How does Benvolio's suggestion to attend the Capulet feast affect the plot?

  It leads to Romeo and Juliet's meeting
• What does Benvolio inform the audience about in Act 2 Scene 4?

  Tybalt has sent a letter of challenge
• What does Benvolio's character reveal about the theme of fate?

  He cannot prevent the tragedy from unfolding
• What is a key quotation from Benvolio?

  Put up your swords, you know not what you do
• What are the roles Benvolio fulfills in the play?

  • Key character in the plot
  • Peacekeeper and wise counselor
  • Tool for plot development
  • Chorus-like role summarizing events
• How does Benvolio's character contribute to the theme of fate in the play?

  • His efforts to maintain peace fail
  • He cannot prevent tragic outcomes
  • His character highlights fate's control over events
• What contrasts are present in Benvolio's character portrayal?

  • Religious language vs. sexual innuendo
  • Peacekeeping intentions vs. plot development role
  • Prophetic statements vs. their outcomes
• How does Shakespeare use Benvolio to convey important information?

  • Through conversations with other characters
  • Summarizing events after fights
  • Providing background on Romeo's past