How does Mercutio face death?
How does Mercutio die? Tybalt stabs him under Romeo’s arm. You just studied 19 terms!
Why does Mercutio call Tybalt prince of cats?
Tybalt shares the same name as the character Tibert/Tybalt the “Prince of Cats” in Reynard the Fox, a point of both mockery and compliment to him in the play. Mercutio repeatedly calls Tybalt “Prince of Cats” referring to Tybalt’s expertise with the sword, as he is agile and fast, but also it is an insult.
Who does Romeo blame indirectly for Mercutio’s death?
Romeo blames himself for Mercutio’s death because he placed his love for Juliet before consideration of his friend. Romeo thus attacks Tybalt to assuage his guilt. However, by doing so, he disregards any effect that his choice may have on Juliet.
Why does Mercutio say a plague on both your houses?
“A plague o’ both your houses,” is a curse. Mercutio is renouncing any and all allegiance he previously had to the Montague house and cursing both houses indiscriminately. He does this because he believes that it is the feud that has lead to his death and he wants to symbolically get revenge.
Why does Tybalt say peace be with you?
Act 3:1 Why does Tybalt say “peace be with you” (line 19) to Mercutio when he sees Romeo approach? He wants to wish Mercutio well because he likes him. He wants to make Tybalt even angrier by disregarding him. He knows that Tybalt will win if they fight.
Is Mercutio responsible for his own death?
Both the Montagues and the Capulets are responsible for Mercutio’s death because they are engaged in a bloody family feud. Tybalt is to blame for Mercutio’s death, because Tybalt is the one who stabs him with his rapier: “Tybalt under Romeo’s arm thrusts Mercutio in and flies” (lines 89-90).
How is Mercutio responsible for the death of Romeo and Juliet?
Mercutio’s actions cause the death of Juliet’s cousin Tybalt. He indirectly causes Romeo and Juliet to meet, and he has an indirect cause in both Romeo and Juliet’s deaths. Mercutio was killed while having a playful duel with Tybalt. This angered Romeo so much that he challenged Tybault to a duel.
What does Romeo say after Mercutio dies?
Tybalt and Mercutio draw their swords and fight. To stop the battle, Romeo steps between them and Tybalt stabs Mercutio under Romeo’s arm. Mercutio’s wound is fatal and he dies crying “A plague o’ both your houses!” Blinded by rage over Mercutio’s death, Romeo attacks Tybalt and kills him.
What house is Romeo from?
House of Capulet