How Does Shakespeare Use Dramatic Devices in Act 3 Scene 1 of Romeo and Juliet in Order to Make it s - page 4
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By Mose. on 01/09/2008
Level: GCSE Key Stage 4 (Years 10-11)
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by adding a character into the scene.
Mercutio and Tybalt begin to mock one another. “Consort! What, dost thou make us minstrels?” Mercutio uses this form of abuse towards Tybalt. This makes the scene interesting as the audience expect a rift to arise between the pair, which may have substantial consequences in the next scene.
Again tension is added by the introduction of yet another character. The stage direction of Romeo entering the scene, makes the present scene dramatic, interesting and increasingly exciting whilst tense, as the audience know that Tybalt is looking for Romeo. Due to the previous scenes, the audience also have knowledge of Romeo’s intimate relationship with Tybalt’s cousin; Juliet, this cross references with their further knowledge of the two feuding families, adding further tension and suspense to the play.
When Tybalt insults Romeo, he implies he consorts with people of a lower rank. “Romeo, the hate I bear thee can afford, no better term than this, thou art a villain” The insult entices the audience, as they anticipate what Romeo will reply. To Tybalt’s surprise, Romeo rejects any implications of a fight, and calmly says that he loves Tybalt as one of his own relatives. “Tybalt, the reason I have to love thee, doth much excuse the appertaining rage, to such a greeting: villain I am none; therefore farewell; thou know’st me not”. This immediately has an effect on the audience and captivates their attention. The words of Romeo constructs dramatic irony within the scene, as the audience have knowledge of the marriage between Romeo and Juliet whilst the raging Tybalt is not aware of the complicated relationship between them. This is interesting and creates interaction with the audience as they know something that the characters in the play do not.
Despite Romeo’s friendly and calm words, Tybalt openly insinuates a fight, and continues to mock and ridicule Romeo. “Boy, this shall not excuse the injuries that thou hast done to me; therefore turn and draw.” This raises tension within the Elizabethan audience as Tybalt rudely insults Romeo by referring to him as “boy”. Also the use of the word “thou” mocks Romeo’s status. Tybalts stern words raise tension within the audience, and excite them in preparing to witness a fight onstage. This is interesting, as the audience learn that Romeo persistently still backs down from the crude invitation for a fight. “I do protest, I never injured
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