"Romeo and Juliet," written by William Shakespeare, tells a tragic story of love, fate, and family conflict. At the end of the play, the Prince says some people will be forgiven and others punished. This essay argues that the Capulet and Montague family feud is most to blame for the deaths of Romeo and Juliet. The constant fighting between the two families creates misunderstandings and quick decisions that lead to the tragedy. First, the long feud between the Capulets and Montagues makes Romeo and Juliet hide their relationship, leading to hasty decisions. They must keep their marriage secret because of the fighting. When Juliet discovers Romeo killed Tybalt and is banished, she says, "That one word 'banished,' hath slain ten thousand Tybalts" (Shakespeare, 3.2). This shows her despair and the danger their love faces because of their families. The feud causes both physical and emotional pain, driving Romeo and Juliet to desperate actions. …show more content…
He insists that Juliet marry Paris, even though she doesn't want to. When she refuses, he threatens to disown her, saying, "An you be mine, I'll give you to my friend; / An you be not, hang, beg, starve, die in the streets" (Shakespeare, 3.5). This makes Juliet feel trapped and leads her to seek a risky solution from Friar Lawrence. Lord Capulet's harsh treatment and lack of understanding push Juliet further into despair, leading to the tragic outcome. Some might say that Romeo and Juliet’s own choices are to blame for their deaths. Their quick and reckless actions contributed to the tragedy. For example, Romeo’s decision to kill Tybalt after Mercutio's death leads to his banishment. However, this ignores the fact that their decisions are influenced by their hostile environment. The feud and family pressures leave them with few options, causing them to act impulsively. While their actions play a part, the main cause is still the feud between the Capulets and