Romeo And Juliet
Romeo and Juliet is a Tragedy of two "star-crossed loves'" destine to be together. The "two households, both alike in dignity" but drawn apart by an "ancient grudge." The lovers' death is caused by many a reason of haste, society, hierarchy, religion, time, loyalty, honour and education. The characters themselves all have a part to play in the deaths.
Children in Elizabethan time were bought up to respect and obey their parents. Children called their mum her "ladyship." Girls were allowed to marry at twelve and boys at fourteen. Wives remained the property of their husband and were often treated as objects. "Women being the weaker vessels are ever thrust to the wall" Men were head of the household and women had to obey and respect them. In them days the plague was around which prevented Romeo getting the letter
Looking at the characters we can see how they might of influenced the outcome of the play. Romeo is a young impulsive boy; his maturity......
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