Act 4 Scene 3 of Romeo and Juliet: Juliet's Fears and Decision

TLDRJuliet contemplates the vial given to her by the friar, fearing it may contain actual poison. She envisions the consequences of waking up in the tomb, suffocating, or going mad. Ultimately, she chooses to take the vial and embrace the unknown with Romeo.

Key insights

😰Juliet fears the vial given by the friar may contain poison.

💀Juliet imagines waking up in the tomb and suffocating.

😵Juliet envisions going mad and committing a violent suicide.

👻Juliet imagines Tybalt's ghost seeking out Romeo.

💔Juliet wrestles with her emotions and makes the decision to take the vial.

Q&A

Why does Juliet fear the vial given by the friar?

Juliet fears that the vial may contain poison, which the friar might have given her to cover up his role in her secret wedding to Romeo.

What does Juliet imagine will happen if she wakes up in the tomb?

Juliet imagines suffocating in the foul air of the tomb or being overcome with madness and committing a violent suicide.

What does Juliet envision in relation to Tybalt's ghost?

Juliet imagines Tybalt's ghost seeking out Romeo, possibly to seek revenge.

Why does Juliet choose to take the vial?

Juliet chooses to take the vial because she believes it will either lead her to death, reuniting her with Romeo, or wake her up to a new life with him.

What does Juliet's decision reveal about her character?

Juliet's decision reveals her bravery, as she chooses the unknown and risks her life to be with Romeo instead of marrying Paris.

Timestamped Summary

00:09Act 4 Scene 3 of Romeo and Juliet continues the action, with Juliet's parents leaving her alone.

00:19Juliet contemplates the vial given to her by the friar, fearing it may contain poison.

00:40Juliet imagines the consequences of waking up in the tomb or going mad.

00:47Juliet envisions Tybalt's ghost seeking out Romeo.

01:09Juliet chooses to take the vial, embracing the unknown with Romeo.