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Situational Irony In Romeo And Juliet

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Romeo and Juliet were originally supposed to be called “ The Tragicall Historye of Romeus and Juliet.” The original name of Romeo and Juliet would have fit perfectly with the plot of the story. The ending of the story ends with the unexpected death of two lovers, Romeo and Juliet. The story Romeo and Juliet portrays situational irony throughout the story leaving the audience confused, and not being able to predict what will happen in the story next. Throughout the novel of the story of Romeo and Juliet, the story takes many unexpected turns on the reader's thoughts about certain people. Romeo is a Montague and Juliet is a Capulet. Romeo decides to sneak into the Capulet's party when Montagues are not invited to the party. Tybalt spots Romeo telling Lord Capulet who gets …show more content…

The novel states “Content thee, gentle coz, Let him alone. He bears him like a portly gentleman, And, to say the truth. Here in my house, he is disparaging. Therefore be patient. Take no note of him. It is my will, the which if thou respect, Show a fair presence and put off these frowns, You’ll not endure him! God shall mend my soul, you’ll make a mutiny among my guests, You will set cock-a-hoop, you’ll be the man!” Romeo and Juliet (1.5. 75-90) As a rule, Montagues are not allowed to be involved with any Capulet activities, including the party Lord Capulet was throwing. In response, Lord Capulet was not mad at Romeo for being at the party because he looks at Romeo as a respectful boy, who isn’t interrupting the party in any way. He was very frustrated with Tybalt for disrespecting his guests at his party. Instead of causing unnecessary issues based on resentment, it’s always better to avoid conflict. Another piece of evidence that portrays leaving the audience unexpected is when Romeo and Juliet are on the balcony and are talking about their desired love towards each other. The novel states “O Romeo, Romeo, wherefore art thou Romeo? Deny thy father and

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