Question

In what ways does this excerpt show Romeo to be a maturing character? In what ways has he remained unchanged? In the space below, write a minimum 150-word response discussing two respects in which Romeo has changed and two ways in which he has stayed the same. Describe each trait, and be sure to include specific lines of text as support for your analysis.

Answer 1

Romeo to be a maturing character: ROMEO This gentleman, the prince's near ally, My very friend, hath got his mortal hurt In my behalf; my reputation stain'd With Tybalt's slander, -- Tybalt, that an hour Hath been my kinsman! O sweet Juliet, Thy beauty hath made me effeminate And in my temper soften'd valour's steel!

Romeo is unchanged: ROMEO Alive, in triumph! and Mercutio slain! Away to heaven, respective lenity, And fire - eyed fury be my conduct now!

Answer 2

You can see he's becoming more mature when he places the Prince, who he has killed near Juliet and he understands that the Prince has the right to wish for so. This shows that he's grown into understanding others feelings and thoughts instead of just himself.