ROMEO AND JULIET EE

[laurxine0_0]

Hello guys so im new here and i just wanted your opinion on my ee research question, here it is "How is the tragedy in love explored in the masterclass Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare?" i feel like this is not good or plain please give me your advice or feedback thank you.

 

[AnnaHoffman]

On 7/2/2023 at 1:39 PM, laurxine0_0 said:

Hello guys so im new here and i just wanted your opinion on my ee research question, here it is "How is the tragedy in love explored in the masterclass Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare?" i feel like this is not good or plain please give me your advice or feedback thank you.

 

Yo, welcome to the forum!

First of all, big props for diving into the deep end with Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. That's some classic romance-tragedy mix right there. 

Your research question's got the bones, but let's slap some spice on it. How about we get more specific? Like, you could focus on the elements that make it a tragedy – is it fate, the family feud, or maybe the characters’ choices?

Here’s a jazzed-up version:

“How do the intertwined forces of fate, family conflict, and impulsive choices weave the tapestry of love and tragedy in Shakespeare’s masterpiece, Romeo and Juliet?” 

You can even zoom in further if you want – pick one element and dive in. The more laser-focused, the richer your analysis can get 🤓

Good luck, and let that quill (or keyboard) fly! 

[laurxine0_0]

5 hours ago, AnnaHoffman said:

Yo, welcome to the forum!

First of all, big props for diving into the deep end with Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. That's some classic romance-tragedy mix right there. 

Your research question's got the bones, but let's slap some spice on it. How about we get more specific? Like, you could focus on the elements that make it a tragedy – is it fate, the family feud, or maybe the characters’ choices?

Here’s a jazzed-up version:

“How do the intertwined forces of fate, family conflict, and impulsive choices weave the tapestry of love and tragedy in Shakespeare’s masterpiece, Romeo and Juliet?” 

You can even zoom in further if you want – pick one element and dive in. The more laser-focused, the richer your analysis can get 🤓

Good luck, and let that quill (or keyboard) f

hello thank you so much for your help i really needed that, i will apply what you just said thank you

[AnnaHoffman]

Always welcome. I'm happy to be helpful, have a good one  

[NormaJones]

Have you completed it? 

Edited March 22 by NormaJones

[laurxine0_0]

1 hour ago, NormaJones said:

Have you completed it?

hello I saw my supervisor and I decided to change, I have two new question here they are:

-How do the suicidal impulses in Romeo and Juliet reflect the reality of teenage life?

 

-How do Romeo and Juliet's suicidal impulses reflect the tragedy that surrounds them? 

please feel free to tell me what you think.

[NormaJones]

On 7/13/2023 at 7:26 PM, laurxine0_0 said:

How do the suicidal impulses in Romeo and Juliet reflect the reality of teenage life?

Intensity of Emotions: Teenagers often experience emotions in an intense and overwhelming manner. Romeo and Juliet's love for each other is passionate and all-consuming, as is their despair when faced with obstacles. Their intense emotions mirror the rollercoaster of feelings that many teenagers go through as they navigate their first love and relationships.

Impulsivity: Adolescence is a time characterized by impulsivity and the tendency to act on emotions without fully considering the consequences. In the play, Romeo's impulsive decision to take his own life after believing Juliet is dead demonstrates how young people can be driven to make drastic choices in the heat of the moment.

Peer Pressure and Parental Conflict: Romeo and Juliet's story revolves around the challenges they face due to the ongoing feud between their families. Teenagers often encounter conflicts with their parents and may feel torn between their loyalty to family and their desires. These struggles can lead to feelings of hopelessness and desperation, similar to what is depicted in the play.

Sense of Isolation: Romeo and Juliet's perception of isolation and alienation from the world around them is something many teenagers experience. They feel that no one understands the depth of their love and the difficulties they face, which contributes to their desire to escape from their problems.

Idealism and Romanticism: Teenagers are known for their idealism and romantic notions, often believing that love can conquer all. Romeo and Juliet's willingness to die for each other exemplifies the romantic idealism that can drive young people to extreme actions.

Limited Perspective: Teenagers' limited life experience can lead them to view certain situations in black-and-white terms. In Romeo and Juliet's case, they see death as the only solution to their predicament, unable to envision alternative ways of dealing with their problems.

Mental Health and Coping: While the play does not directly explore mental health issues, Romeo and Juliet's struggles highlight the importance of mental health support for teenagers. The lack of understanding and communication between the characters and their families exacerbates their feelings of despair.

On 7/13/2023 at 7:26 PM, laurxine0_0 said:

How do Romeo and Juliet's suicidal impulses reflect the tragedy that surrounds them? 

Feud between Families: The longstanding feud between the Montagues and the Capulets sets the stage for tragedy. Romeo and Juliet's families' enmity creates an atmosphere of tension and violence, making their love an impossible and forbidden affair. The feud plays a significant role in isolating the young lovers and pushing them toward desperate measures to be together.

Forbidden Love: The forbidden nature of Romeo and Juliet's love intensifies their passion and desperation. The more they are kept apart, the more they long for each other, leading to drastic and irrational decisions to escape their circumstances.

Impulsive Actions: Throughout the play, both Romeo and Juliet make impulsive choices that contribute to the tragic outcome. Romeo's impetuous nature and tendency to act on his emotions lead him to kill Tybalt, which, in turn, results in his banishment. Juliet's impatience and fear of being forced into marriage with Paris drive her to seek Friar Laurence's help, which eventually leads to the plan to fake her death.

Miscommunication and Lack of Information: The tragedy is further fueled by a series of misunderstandings and miscommunications. Romeo's failure to receive the message about Juliet's plan to fake her death and Friar Laurence's letter not reaching him in time results in Romeo believing that Juliet is truly dead. This lack of accurate information leads to the impulsive act of taking his life.

Isolation and Desperation: As the young lovers are isolated from their families and societal support, they feel trapped and desperate. They believe there is no way to be together without severe consequences, leading them to see death as the only way to escape their troubles.

Lack of Adult Guidance: The play portrays a lack of effective adult guidance for Romeo and Juliet. The adults in their lives are either involved in the feud or fail to understand the depth of their feelings. Friar Laurence and the Nurse attempt to help, but their plans ultimately contribute to the tragedy rather than preventing it.

Fate and Coincidence: The play also explores the theme of fate and coincidence. Several coincidental events, such as the accidental delivery of the party invitation to Romeo, drive the story toward its tragic end. This sense of fate and inevitability heightens the feeling of helplessness and doom for the young lovers.

[laurxine0_0]

On 7/27/2023 at 1:39 PM, NormaJones said:

Intensity of Emotions: Teenagers often experience emotions in an intense and overwhelming manner. Romeo and Juliet's love for each other is passionate and all-consuming, as is their despair when faced with obstacles. Their intense emotions mirror the rollercoaster of feelings that many teenagers go through as they navigate their first love and relationships.

Impulsivity: Adolescence is a time characterized by impulsivity and the tendency to act on emotions without fully considering the consequences. In the play, Romeo's impulsive decision to take his own life after believing Juliet is dead demonstrates how young people can be driven to make drastic choices in the heat of the moment.

Peer Pressure and Parental Conflict: Romeo and Juliet's story revolves around the challenges they face due to the ongoing feud between their families. Teenagers often encounter conflicts with their parents and may feel torn between their loyalty to family and their desires. These struggles can lead to feelings of hopelessness and desperation, similar to what is depicted in the play.

Sense of Isolation: Romeo and Juliet's perception of isolation and alienation from the world around them is something many teenagers experience. They feel that no one understands the depth of their love and the difficulties they face, which contributes to their desire to escape from their problems.

Idealism and Romanticism: Teenagers are known for their idealism and romantic notions, often believing that love can conquer all. Romeo and Juliet's willingness to die for each other exemplifies the romantic idealism that can drive young people to extreme actions.

Limited Perspective: Teenagers' limited life experience can lead them to view certain situations in black-and-white terms. In Romeo and Juliet's case, they see death as the only solution to their predicament, unable to envision alternative ways of dealing with their problems.

Mental Health and Coping: While the play does not directly explore mental health issues, Romeo and Juliet's struggles highlight the importance of mental health support for teenagers. The lack of understanding and communication between the characters and their families exacerbates their feelings of despair.

Feud between Families: The longstanding feud between the Montagues and the Capulets sets the stage for tragedy. Romeo and Juliet's families' enmity creates an atmosphere of tension and violence, making their love an impossible and forbidden affair. The feud plays a significant role in isolating the young lovers and pushing them toward desperate measures to be together.

Forbidden Love: The forbidden nature of Romeo and Juliet's love intensifies their passion and desperation. The more they are kept apart, the more they long for each other, leading to drastic and irrational decisions to escape their circumstances.

Impulsive Actions: Throughout the play, both Romeo and Juliet make impulsive choices that contribute to the tragic outcome. Romeo's impetuous nature and tendency to act on his emotions lead him to kill Tybalt, which, in turn, results in his banishment. Juliet's impatience and fear of being forced into marriage with Paris drive her to seek Friar Laurence's help, which eventually leads to the plan to fake her death.

Miscommunication and Lack of Information: The tragedy is further fueled by a series of misunderstandings and miscommunications. Romeo's failure to receive the message about Juliet's plan to fake her death and Friar Laurence's letter not reaching him in time results in Romeo believing that Juliet is truly dead. This lack of accurate information leads to the impulsive act of taking his life.

Isolation and Desperation: As the young lovers are isolated from their families and societal support, they feel trapped and desperate. They believe there is no way to be together without severe consequences, leading them to see death as the only way to escape their troubles.

Lack of Adult Guidance: The play portrays a lack of effective adult guidance for Romeo and Juliet. The adults in their lives are either involved in the feud or fail to understand the depth of their feelings. Friar Laurence and the Nurse attempt to help, but their plans ultimately contribute to the tragedy rather than preventing it.

Fate and Coincidence: The play also explores the theme of fate and coincidence. Several coincidental events, such as the accidental delivery of the party invitation to Romeo, drive the story toward its tragic end. This sense of fate and inevitability heightens the feeling of helplessness and doom for the young lovers.

hi, thank you so much for your help, this is really helpful for me