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Differences Between Romeo And Juliet Act 2

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In act 2, scene 2, Juliet assumes an unconventional role and asserts her control over Romeo in order to achieve independence and fulfill her desires. As Juliet discovers Romeo’s presence in the Capulet garden, she does not suppress her curiosity towards him and questions him without hesitation. When she first sees him, she states, “What man art thou that,... / So stumblest on my counsel?” (2.2.55-57), demonstrating her inquisitiveness towards the stranger in her garden. After they decide to get married, Juliet asks Romeo: “What o’clock tomorrow / Shall I send to thee?” (2.2.180-181). Juliet does not hesitate to express curiosity towards Romeo, unlike most women of this time period who did not attempt to question a man. Juliet does not hide
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