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Love And Hate In Romeo And Juliet

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Examining the Connection Between Love and Hate in Romeo and Juliet
1. To what extent is the wish to find love amidst a raging family feud psychologically problematic or psychologically advantageous for Romeo and/or Juliet?

The wish to find love amidst a raging family feud is psychologically problematic because it won’t allow them to have approval from most, leading more possible hate on both sides with more tension. They might also have to be extremely careful who exactly they tell about their marriage. They must live with the guilt that they are betraying their family. Their wish to find love is also psychologically advantageous for Romeo and/or Juliet because it will bring the couple together by allowing them both to be able to relate the problems they are having. They are from opposing sides and are around the same age, so there might be several of the same things that occurred or that is occurring. Moreover, their love will bring them closer with the people who know with the possible advice they receive after hardship.

2. What do Romeo and Juliet hope to gain through their relationship? Do Romeo and Juliet believe in the possibility of a successful relationship? Do they enter into the relationship even though they have a clear understanding of its inevitable failure?

Romeo and Juliet hope to gain someone they can relate to, spend the rest of their life with, and love in general. The star-crossed lovers obviously believe their relationship will be a success because
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