... I it written, I would tear the word." (II.ii.57) Convinced that their love was pure, Juliet has been sold, in an unconventional act for a woman in those times, she takes the initiative and plans their future together; "If that thy bent of love be honourable, Thy purpose of marriage" (II.ii.143-144) Leading to the departure of Romeo and Juliet from the balcony scene, Shakespeare has made use of juxtaposition ... when Juliet sullenly states, "Parting is such sweet sorrow" (II.ii.184) Upon examining this passage, Romeo and Juliet must have fallen ... ...

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• Grade Level: High School