Romeo & Juliet - Act-by-Act Analysis: Sports Theme
English
Grade 8
8 questions
~16 mins
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A comprehension worksheet focusing on Act-by-Act analysis of Romeo & Juliet with a thematic twist around sports. Students will explore the text through summaries and interpretative questions designed to deepen understanding of literary techniques and themes.
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Romeo & Juliet - Act-by-Act Analysis: Sports Theme
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Scene Summary and Context
This scene takes place during a heated basketball game that mirrors the rivalry between two teams, the Montagues and the Capulets. The players are passionate, and the game is intense, reflecting the underlying tension between the families. Romeo, a star player for the Montagues, is sitting on the sidelines, observing the game, feeling conflicted about his feelings for Juliet, who is secretly supporting her own team. The coach’s rallying cry, 'Fight with all your heart,' parallels the play’s themes of loyalty and conflict. Juliet, watching from the stands, whispers, 'Victory is ours if we play smart,' highlighting her strategic mindset. As tension rises, comments like 'He’s on fire today' describe the players’ energy, symbolizing their emotional stakes. This modern sporting analogy offers a fresh perspective on the original play, emphasizing themes of rivalry, passion, and strategy in both the game and relationships.
1.
What does the phrase 'He’s on fire today' suggest about the player's performance and its metaphorical connection to Romeo's feelings?
[2 marks]2.
Identify the literary device used in the phrase 'Fight with all your heart' and explain its significance in the context of the scene.
[3 marks]3.
How does the sports analogy enhance the understanding of conflict in Romeo & Juliet?
[3 marks]4.
Describe how Juliet’s statement 'Victory is ours if we play smart' reflects strategic thinking, and relate it to her role in the play.
[3 marks]5.
Which literary device is most prominent in describing the players' energy as 'He’s on fire today,' and what does it symbolize?
Aa) Metaphor
Bb) Simile
Cc) Personification
Dd) Hyperbole
6.
Explain how the phrase 'Victory is ours if we play smart' can be interpreted beyond sports, in terms of personal relationships.
[3 marks]7.
Identify and analyze any symbol in the scene summary that represents conflict or rivalry.
8.
Create a short paragraph comparing the family feud in Romeo & Juliet to a real-life sports rivalry you are familiar with. Use specific examples and include at least one metaphor or simile.
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- 12/31/2025
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- 12/31/2025
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