Romeo And Juliet Act 1 Scene 1

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In Scene One, Benvolio and Mercutio were on the streets of Verona waiting for Romeo. As they are waiting, they are approached by Capulets, Tybalt and his friend. Tybalt let’s them know that he is looking for Romeo, so he can fight him. Romeo arrives, but he tries to keep the peace. Mercutio steps in and challenges Tybalt in Romeo’s place. They get into it, and Romeo tries to stop them. Tybalt finds a way to stab Mercutio and flees. Tybalt comes back, and Romeo then gets into it with him and murders him. He caught word that the Prince was approaching and takes off. When the Prince arrives, Benvolio explains to him what had happened. The Prince does not believe him and banishes Romeo from Verona.
In Scene Two, Juliet awaits for Romeo. The Nurse