Balthasar brings the news that Juliet is dead. Romeo arrives at the tomb to find Juliet’s body lying inside. Grief-stricken, he kills himself.
What does the news mean for Romeo?
The news of Romeo's banishment means that he will no longer be able to see or be with Juliet. This is a huge blow to Romeo, as his love for Juliet is so strong. The news also brings up the question of whether Romeo will now try to find another way to be with Juliet, or if he will simply give up and move on. There is a lot of uncertainty surrounding Romeo's future, but one thing is for sure - the news of his banishment has dealt a huge blow to his relationship with Juliet.
How does Romeo react to the news?
Romeo's reaction to the news is one of shock and disbelief. He had been expecting something bad to happen, but not this. He is heartbroken and devastated. He can't believe that his beloved Juliet is gone. He feels like he has lost everything.
What does Balthasar think of Romeo's reaction?
In "Romeo and Juliet", Balthasar is Romeo's loyal servant. He is fully devoted to Romeo and is always eager to please him. He is also very protective of Romeo, often putting himself in harm's way to save his life.
Balthasar is initially shocked when Romeo tells him that he is in love with Juliet. He does not think that Romeo is being serious and assumes that he is just infatuated with her. However, when Romeo insists that he is in love with Juliet and is going to marry her, Balthasar realizes that he is serious.
At first, Balthasar is worried about Romeo's reaction. He knows that Romeo's family will never approve of him marrying Juliet and that they will be enemies. He is worried that Romeo will get himself killed if he tries to marry her. However, Balthasar ultimately decides that he will support Romeo in whatever he decides to do.
Balthasar is present when Romeo goes to Juliet's tomb and kills himself. He is heartbroken by Romeo's death and blames himself for not being able to stop him. Balthasar will never forget Romeo and the selfless love he had for Juliet.
What does Balthasar think will happen to Romeo?
Balthasar believes that Romeo will suffer greatly as a result of his love for Juliet. He is sure that Romeo will be banished from Verona and forced to live in exile. Balthasar is confident that Romeo will never be able to return to Juliet or see her again.
What does Balthasar think of Romeo's plan?
Balthasar is not particularly impressed with Romeo's plan. He thinks that Romeo is being too rash and impulsive, and that he is not thinking things through properly. He is also worried that Romeo is going to get himself killed.
What does Balthasar think will happen to Juliet?
In William Shakespeare's play, Romeo and Juliet, the character Balthasar is Romeo's loyal servant. He is fully aware of Romeo's love for the young Capulet, Juliet, and so when Romeo is banished from Verona, Balthasar takes it upon himself to deliver the news to Juliet. Balthasar believes that when Juliet hears Romeo has been banished she will be so distraught that she will take her own life. This proves to be true when, upon learning the news from Balthasar, Juliet does indeed kill herself.
What does Balthasar think of Romeo and Juliet's relationship?
Balthasar believes that Romeo and Juliet's relationship is one of the most beautiful things he has ever seen. He thinks that they are so deeply in love with each other that they would do anything for each other. He also thinks that their relationship is very pure and that they are truly meant to be together.
What does Balthasar think of the situation in Verona?
Balthasar does not think highly of the situation in Verona. In his view, the city is overrun with sin and disorder, and its people are too caught up in their own lives to care about anything else. He believes that the only way to fix the city is to start from scratch, and that is why he has chosen to leave it.
Frequently Asked Questions
What news does Balthasar bring to Romeo in Act 5?
Balthasar tells Romeo that Juliet was found dead that morning.
Why does Romeo tell Balthasar he is going to the tomb?
Romeo tells Balthasar that he is going into the tomb to look at Juliet and to remove from "her dead finger a precious ring." This could be interpreted as Romeo looking for something or someone in particular. Alternatively, it could be interpreted that Romeo plans on killing Balthasar by removing his ring.
What is Balthasar doing at the entrance of Capulet's tomb?
One possible reason for Balthasar's presence at the Capulet tomb entrance is that he is a priest, and thus is authorized to be there. It could also be that he has some personal connection to the family, either through blood or marriage.
What news does Balthasar bring to Romeo and Juliet?
Balthasar brings the news of Juliet's death. A note from the Friar about death. After hearing the news, Romeo plans to go to the Capulet tomb for mourning.
What does Romeo give Balthasar in Romeo and Juliet?
Romeo gives Balthasar a letter which orders him to deliver it to Montague.
