Decisions In Shakespeare's Romeo And Juliet

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Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet is one of the most influential plays ever written. It combines compelling characters with an engaging storyline that still brings people together. Throughout the play, characters show their different personalities that often make unique decisions. These decisions can affect other characters’ lives and add to the tragedy of the play. Tybalt and Friar Lawrence’s specific behavior make them responsible for the famous tragedy of Romeo and Juliet.

First, Tybalt is too proud of his family’s name and makes consequential decisions as a result of it. For example, in the quarrel with Sampson, Gregory, Abraham, and Benvolio, Tybalt adds, “What, drawn and talk of peace? I hate the word As I hate hell, all Montagues and thee.