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Romeo and Juliet
Vocabulary for the prologue and Act I Scene I of Romeo and Juliet
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Chorus | actors who talk about what happens in the play and how they feel about it |
| erupt | to break out |
| feud | a fight that goes on a long time |
| prologue | a speech at the beginning of a play |
| swear | to make a promise |
| take a stand | to have a strong opinion on something and tell someone about it |
| teasing | to joke with someone playfully |
| master | someone who has the power to give orders |
| flesh | skin |
| dishonored | lost respect |
| biting my thumb | a rude sign |
| employer | a boss who tells you what to do |
| relatives | people in your family |
| coward | someone who is not brave and always scared |
| escort | to guide someone somewhere |
| gown | fancy clothing for men |
| hothead | someone who gets angry fast |
| artificial | not real |
| lozenge | a cough drop |
| target | something to work towards |