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ACT V SCENE II
An Analysis of Chapter 22
Tone
Ominous And Urgent
Basic Stats
| Intensity | Clarity | Conflict | Resolution | Pacing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thrilling - (4) | Crystal-clear - (5) | Hostile - (4) | A little - (2) | Quick - (4) |
Basically...
Friar John returns to Friar Lawrence, explaining he could not deliver the crucial letter to Romeo due to a quarantine for plague. Alarmed, Friar Lawrence sends Friar John for a crowbar so he can rescue Juliet himself, fearing disaster from the failed message.
In more detail...
In Friar Lawrence's cell, Friar John arrives back from his failed mission to deliver Lawrence's letter to Romeo in Mantua. He explains that he was detained due to a suspected outbreak of plague and, as a result, could not leave the city or send anyone else with the message. The letter contained instructions about Juliet's feigned death, but now Romeo remains unaware. Friar Lawrence is horrified, understanding the potential danger that miscommunication could cause. He quickly instructs Friar John to fetch an iron crowbar so he can personally go to Juliet's tomb before she wakes, intending to hide her in his cell until he can reach Romeo again. The scene heightens the tension as Friar Lawrence rushes to avert tragedy.
Characters
- Friar Lawrence
- About - The wise but beleaguered friar learns his crucial letter has not reached Romeo and realizes the dire consequences that may result. He instructs Friar John to fetch a tool so he can intervene at Juliet's tomb in person.
- Personality Traits - Caring, Resourceful, Anxious, Responsible, Pious
- Physical Characteristics - An older Franciscan friar, likely wearing a brown habit and cowl, gentle but marked by signs of emotional strain.
- Character Connections
- Friar John - Fellow Franciscan friar and trusted messenger.
- Romeo - Secret confessor and advisor; desperately trying to spare him grief.
- Juliet - Confidant and protector, responsible for her safety.
- Friar John
- About - Responsible for carrying Friar Lawrence's letter to Romeo, he fails due to a quarantine imposed by plague, unwittingly setting the stage for catastrophe.
- Personality Traits - Obedient, Well-intentioned, Practical, Trustworthy
- Physical Characteristics - A friar, probably younger or junior to Lawrence, dressed in religious habit.
- Character Connections
- Friar Lawrence - Respects and follows instructions from his senior friar.
- Romeo - Intended recipient of his message (indirect connection).