2. Directing the actors: What do I need to know about my character, and their motivation? How should I deliver my lines here?

3. Example: You are a fiery, hot-tempered character. The audience needs to immediately see your inclination towards violence, and you should ‘spit out’ the word “peace” as if it is distasteful. Your reference to “hell” should convey the depth of your despise for the Montagues…

4. Reading: Act 1 Scene 1 continues; meeting Romeo…

6. OXYMORON Two words or phrases that contradict each other; placed beside each other

7. ANTITHESIS The exact opposite.

8. Task: Find examples of oxymoron and antithesis in Romeo’s dialogue in this scene…

10. DVD Clip: How does Baz Lurhmann effectively convey the key aspects of this scene?

11. I’m a bit confused about my character here. How should I best play this scene, and how should the audience feel? ROMEO