Romeo would like to be killed instead, because he says he couldn't live his life without Juliet. Juliet also attempts suicide because she says she couldn't live her life without Romeo. This scene tests Romeo and Juliet's loyalty to each other, in which Romeo and Juliet succeed. Romeo and Juliet finally meet again, but not as they hoped. Romeo and Juliet see each other dead and are forced to end their lives. This is the last time Romeo and Juliet will see each other alive, as their "prediction" of the future is revealed based on what they said. The scene shown in this slide shows many changed personalities of the characters. Lady Capulet, who is usually calm and virtuous, becomes irritated by Juliet's behavior. Capulet, an easy-going person, is enraged by Juliet's disobedience and reluctance. The Nurse, who is Juliet's comforter and advisor, becomes “evil” when she suggests that she marry Paris instead. Juliet also shows her maturity, making decisions and speaking up for herself about what she thinks is right. His growth and independence from Act 1 through Act 3 are really demonstrated in this
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