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"O she doth teach the torches to burn bright!
It seems she hangs upon the cheek of night
A rich jewel in an Ethiop's ear."

Based on William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, from the lines above, Juliet's beauty is presented

  • A. in contrast to the dark night
  • B. as a source of envy to all
  • C. in terms of riches
  • D. as being outstanding
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27

"The all seeing sun
Ne'er saw match since first the world begun."

Based on William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet,

The lines above were spoken by

  • A. Count Paris in praise of Juliet
  • B. Romeo in praise of Juliet
  • C. Romeo in praise of Roseline
  • D. Lady Capulet in praise of Roseline
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28

Based on William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet,

The major role of Mercutio in the play is to

  • A. serve as a contrast to Romeo
  • A. accompany Romeo to Friar Lawrence
  • B. aid and abet Romeo's passion
  • C. annoy Tybalt
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Based on William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet,

The play shares the feature of classical tragedy through the use of

  • A. violence on stage
  • B. chorus
  • C. comic relief
  • D. flashback
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30

"Meka, kneeling down in his usual fashion with his behind up in the air.
Kelara knelt down beside him.
Amalia and her husband knelt down as well."

Based on Ferdinand Oyono's The Old Man and the Medal, the actions of Meka, Kelara, Amalia and her husband signify

  • A. parade
  • B. dance
  • C. prayer
  • D. celebration
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