Question

"To breathe such vows as lovers use to swear,/And she as much in love, her means much less/To meet her new beloved anywhere;/But passion lends them power, time means to meet,/Tempr’ing extremities with extreme sweet."

Answer 1

Answer:

The Chorus' speech from the prologue in Act II.

Explanation:

Quoted from the speech of the Chorus from Act II prologue of William Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet". This speech of the Chorus shows the dilemma and complicated relationship of Romeo and Juliet.

The lines show how Romeo and Juliet had to make sacrifices to be in each other's arms. Supposed to be enemies, Romeo now has to utter love words and speeches to a woman who he was supposed to hate. And Juliet also is hoked and captivated by the very person she's supposed to fear. But with the power of love, they were given the time to be with each other, the extreme danger giving them more passionate and pleasurable company with each other.