Nurse

• Who is Juliet's Nurse in the play?

  Juliet's surrogate mother and nanny
• What role does the Nurse play in Juliet's life?

  She has cared for Juliet since infancy
• How does the Nurse assist Romeo and Juliet?

  By delivering messages between them
• How does the relationship between Juliet and the Nurse change throughout the play?

  They grow closer initially, then drift apart
• What affectionate term does the Nurse use for Juliet?

  "Lamb"
• How does the Nurse's character contribute to the play's comedy?

  She talks excessively and is humorous
• What does Juliet confide in the Nurse that she does not share with her mother?

  Her secrets and feelings about Romeo
• How does the Nurse react to Juliet's apparent death?

  She shows genuine upset and sorrow
• In what way is the Nurse an irresponsible role model for Juliet?

  She encourages Juliet's risky marriage to Romeo
• What does the Nurse wish for Juliet regarding her nights and days?

  "Happy nights to happy days"
• How does the Nurse's advice change when Juliet is forced to marry Paris?

  She suggests marrying Paris for safety
• Who is Friar Lawrence in the play?

  A Franciscan friar
• What does Friar Lawrence do for Romeo and Juliet?

  He secretly marries them
• What potion does Friar Lawrence give to Romeo?

  A potion to fake his death
• What knowledge does Friar Lawrence possess?

  He knows about herbs and potions
• How does Friar Lawrence view Romeo's impulsiveness?

  He thinks Romeo is too rash
• What is Friar Lawrence's role in Romeo and Juliet's marriage?

  He is the witness to their marriage
• What are some consequences of Friar Lawrence's decisions?

  His plans often go wrong and cause chaos
• What does Juliet express when she feels angry and let down?

  "Ancient damnation! O most wicked"