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Romeo And Juliet Caused By Self-Choice

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Was the tragedy of Romeo and Juliet caused by self-choice? Romeo and Juliet, the pair of “star-cross’d” lovers died by self-infliction. Being arbitrary, Romeo and Juliet made decisions that ended their lives. Friar Lawrence a tragedy would happen. “These violent delights have violent ends and in their triumph die, like fire and powder which, as they kiss, consume” (Shakespeare 58). According to Lawrence, the couple will be temporarily happy, but a violent fray will happen between the households. Marrying within households is problem, since Capulets and Montagues don't get along. Romeo's decision to kill Tybalt separated the lovers. “Boy, this shall not excuse the injuries that thou hast done to me. Therefore turn and draw!” (Shakespeare
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