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Themes and Resolution in Romeo and Juliet, Part 8 — Quiz

Question 3 • Literature and Composition I

In Act V, scene i of Romeo and Juliet , what role does the Apothecary play in the catastrophe?

Answer
A
He accompanies Romeo to Juliet’s tomb.
B
He sells Romeo the fatal poison.
C
He tells Romeo that Juliet has died.
D
He fails to deliver a letter to Romeo.

Explanation

The Apothecary sells Romeo a poison strong enough to kill him, despite knowing that selling it is illegal. Romeo takes it to the Capulet tomb and drinks it after finding Juliet apparently dead. The Apothecary does not deliver a letter, announce Juliet’s death, or accompany Romeo to the tomb.

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