Lord Capulet should be punished because his insistence on Juliet's marriage to Paris contributes to her tragic end. When Lord Capulet threatens Juliet, he puts immense pressure on her to take drastic measures. "Thursday is near; lay hand on heart, advise. An you be mine, I'll give you to my friend; An you be not, hang, beg, starve, die in the streets" (III. 5. 191-194). This quote shows how Lord Capulet's anger and ultimatum towards Juliet puts her in a difficult position. Moreover, the Prologue establishes the feud between the Capulets and Montagues as a major obstacle to Romeo and Juliet's happiness. "From ancient grudge break to new mutiny, where civil blood makes civil hands unclean." (Prologue, 3-4). Lord Capulet's stubbornness and refusal to listen to Juliet's pleas ultimately led to her demise. …show more content…
When the Nurse tells Juliet to marry Paris, she shows where her loyalty lies. "I think it best you married with the County. O, he's a lovely gentleman!" (III. 5. 219-220). The Nurse's sudden change in attitude and betrayal of Juliet's trust is a major factor in the tragic end of the play. "Hie to your chamber. I'll find Romeo to comfort you." (III. 2. 144-145). This quote shows how the Nurse unknowingly contributes to the tragic end of the play by helping Romeo and Juliet to be together but also inadvertently facilitating their separation when Romeo is banished. The Nurse should be punished as Juliet paid the ultimate price for her nurse's