Romeo and Juliet: Prologue Quiz & Discussion Kit

Assessment · Grades 8–10 · PDF · $2

Use this to start Romeo and Juliet. The discussion prompts get students talking about fate, the feud and family loyalty, and the quiz checks that they got what the Prologue actually says.

The discussion section covers fate, the family feud, themes, a personal connection and a modern-adaptation question. The 10-question quiz covers the sonnet form, 14 lines, Verona, 'star-crossed lovers,' foreshadowing and how the story ends.

What's included

• 6 discussion prompts (fate, family feud, themes, personal connection, modern adaptation)
• 10 multiple-choice questions on the Prologue
• Answer key

How teachers use it

• Day one of the play, right after reading the Prologue
• Discussion prompts work for pairs, small groups or a journal
• Use the quiz as an exit ticket

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