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ACT I SCENE III
An Analysis of Chapter 3
Tone
Light, Intimate, Humorous With Undertones Of Seriousness And Tradition.
Basic Stats
| Intensity | Clarity | Conflict | Resolution | Pacing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Relaxed - (2) | Crystal-clear - (5) | Calm - (2) | A decent amount - (3) | Moderate - (3) |
Basically...
Lady Capulet, the Nurse, and Juliet discuss Juliet's age and the possibility of marriage, especially to the wealthy and handsome Paris.
In more detail...
In Capulet's house, Lady Capulet asks the Nurse to bring Juliet. The Nurse reminisces humorously and affectionately about Juliet's childhood, revealing Juliet's impending fourteenth birthday. Lady Capulet then raises the topic of marriage, specifically the interest of Paris in marrying Juliet. Juliet's response is measured and dutiful: she does not dream of marriage but promises to observe Paris at the upcoming feast and see if she can like him, limiting her feelings to her mother's approval. The scene concludes as Lady Capulet and Juliet prepare to join the party, with the Nurse wishing Juliet a happy marriage.
Characters
- Juliet
- About - Juliet is summoned by her mother and nurse to discuss her potential marriage to Paris. She listens respectfully, responds thoughtfully, and pledges to consider Paris at the upcoming feast but expresses no personal desire for marriage yet.
- Personality Traits - Obedient, Thoughtful, Reserved, Polite
- Physical Characteristics - Nearly fourteen years old, described as very young and pretty.
- Character Connections
- Lady Capulet - Her mother, who is intent on arranging her marriage to Paris.
- Nurse - Her longtime caretaker and confidante, who dotes on her and provides comic relief.
- Paris - A suitor whom her family wishes her to marry.
- Lady Capulet
- About - Lady Capulet introduces the topic of marriage to Juliet, advocating for Paris as a suitor, and prompts Juliet to consider him.
- Personality Traits - Pragmatic, Traditional, Somewhat formal, Goal-oriented
- Physical Characteristics - No explicit description, but likely dignified and of mature age.
- Character Connections
- Juliet - Her daughter, whom she wishes to see married.
- Nurse - Servant and close household figure, trusted in Juliet's upbringing.
- Paris - Sees him as an ideal match for her daughter.
- Nurse
- About - The Nurse reminisces about Juliet's childhood, shares personal and humorous anecdotes, and encourages Juliet to marry Paris.
- Personality Traits - Affectionate, Talkative, Bawdy, Good-humored, Maternal
- Physical Characteristics - Older, earthy; mentions having only four teeth left.
- Character Connections
- Juliet - Her charge, whom she loves dearly, almost as her own daughter.
- Lady Capulet - Her mistress, with whom she works closely and shares familial trust.
- Paris
- About - Mentioned only; a wealthy, handsome young nobleman who desires to marry Juliet.
- Personality Traits - Chivalrous, Earnest
- Physical Characteristics - Described as handsome and youthful ('a man of wax', 'a flower').
- Character Connections
- Juliet - Prospective bride.
- Lady Capulet - Facilitator of the match.
- Servant
- About - Briefly enters to announce the arrival of guests for the upcoming feast.
- Personality Traits - Efficient, Humble
- Physical Characteristics - Not described.
- Character Connections
- Lady Capulet - Delivers messages in the household.