Worksheet: Juliet in Reimagined Fairy Tales
English
GCSE
9 questions
~18 mins
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A comprehension practice worksheet focusing on Juliet's character in a reimagined fairy tale context, exploring themes and techniques.
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Worksheet: Juliet in Reimagined Fairy Tales
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Scene Summary and Context
In this reimagined fairy tale version of Juliet, she is portrayed as a young princess living in a mystical kingdom where love and conflict intertwine. The story begins with Juliet isolated in her enchanted chamber, longing for freedom beyond her castle walls. She is depicted as both delicate and brave, embodying the archetype of the innocent maiden destined for a greater purpose. The narrative highlights her inner conflict, torn between obedience to her family and her own desires for love and independence. A key moment describes her meeting with the mysterious stranger, where her innocence is contrasted with her growing curiosity and resolve. The text also hints at classical fairy tale motifs: a forbidden love, a prophecy, and the hero’s journey. Juliet’s character is crafted through poetic language and symbolic imagery, for example, her comparison to a 'fragile blossom' and her resolve to 'break the spell' that confines her. Understanding her character involves examining how her innocence is challenged and how her courage emerges through moments of vulnerability and strength. The story reinterprets her as a symbol of hope and change, blending traditional fairy tale tropes with Shakespearean themes of love and fate.
1.
Summarise the reimagined depiction of Juliet's character in this fairy tale context in two sentences.
[2 marks]2.
Identify one poetic device used to describe Juliet and explain its effect.
[3 marks]3.
What fairy tale motif is suggested by the phrase 'breaking the spell'?
Aa) A curse
Bb) A magic enchantment
Cc) A prophecy
Dd) An evil stepmother
4.
Describe how Juliet's inner conflict is portrayed in the passage.
[3 marks]5.
Identify and explain one literary technique used to depict Juliet's resolve to 'break the spell'.
[3 marks]6.
Compare the character of Juliet in this fairy tale version to her portrayal in Shakespeare's original play.
7.
Based on the summary, what role does imagery play in shaping Juliet’s character?
[2 marks]8.
Explain how the theme of love is reinterpreted in this fairy tale version of Juliet's story.
[3 marks]9.
Create a short creative writing task: Imagine Juliet's secret meeting with the mysterious stranger. Write a dialogue of 10 lines that reveals her character and feelings.
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- 12/31/2025
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- 12/31/2025
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