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Dramatic Structure of Romeo and Juliet

Dramatic Structure of Romeo and Juliet. Mrs. K Prescott English 112. Sets the scene. ** Act I - Verona, several characters, summer, feud, ultimatum, Paris’ suit. Introduction / Exposition. Begins rising action. ** Romeo and Juliet meet. Exciting Force.

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Dramatic Structure of Romeo and Juliet

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  1. Dramatic Structure of Romeo and Juliet Mrs. K Prescott English 112

  2. Sets the scene ** Act I - Verona, several characters, summer, feud, ultimatum, Paris’ suit Introduction / Exposition

  3. Begins rising action ** Romeo and Juliet meet Exciting Force

  4. hero has conflict with others but still stays on top ** Act II - in love with the enemy, get married Rising Action

  5. turning point in action, major setback which foreshadows downfall ** Mercutio’s death, Romeo’s revenge on Tybalt Crisis / Climax

  6. more setbacks, some comic relief ** Acts III & IV – banishment, separation of Romeo and Juliet, Juliet’s marriage to Paris is set, potion plan, comic relief Falling Action

  7. speeds up the downfall ** Act V – news of Juliet’s “death” from Balthasar Tragic Force

  8. delays death – offers a possible escape ** Juliet might awaken before Romeo takes the potion Moment Of Final Suspense

  9. ties up loose ends, restores order ** Act V, iii – duel suicide, Friar Laurence’s explanation, monuments erected, end to feud in sight, punishment is questionable Denouement (Resolution) and Conclusion

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