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Teenagers In Shakespeare's Romeo And Juliet

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Many people view Romeo and Juliet, by William Shakespeare as a quintessential tragedy from the bards work. This classic story of two star-crossed lovers has enthralled many readers since its release in 1595. Throughout the drama, the protagonist take many risks, some of which we today would consider unsafe or irresponsible. The two teenage leads, who are teenagers, act impulsively and on emotions, leading to terrible consequences. Teenagers today still exhibit characteristics exhibited by Romeo and Juliet that led to their downfall. In act one of Romeo and Juliet, Romeo is grief stricken due to his unrequited infatuation with Rosaline. Mercutio and Benvolio convince him to go the Capulets party, so that he can fall in love (at least for
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