Tybalt and Benvolio, both the second in command in their groups, try to get the attention and respect of others, using different methods. In Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare, a violent feud between two families led to Romeo falling in love with Juliet at a party. Despite their family's opposition, they plan to marry with the help of Juliet’s nurse. Tragedy strikes when Romeo kills Juliet's cousin, Tybalt, resulting in his banishment. Tybalt, Juliet's hot-tempered cousin, is a violent member of the Capulet family. He contrasts with peaceful Benvolio, but both fiercely prioritize their respective families. Tybalt's death catalyzes the tragic events of Romeo and Juliet. Tybalt and Benvolio, both cousins of the main character, fiercely support …show more content…
Tybalt's aggressive nature is fueled by his deep-seated hatred, which drives him to seek confrontation and demand respect through fear. He thrives on conflict and thrives on instilling fear in those around him. On the other hand, Benvolio's calm demeanor in the face of Tybalt's aggression underscores his ability to maintain composure and reason even in the most volatile situations. “Patience perforce with willful choler meeting Makes my flesh tremble in their different greeting. I will withdraw, but this intrusion shall now seem sweet, convert to bitterest gall.” (87-89). While Tybalt's actions are driven by animosity and impulsive rage, Benvolio's responses are guided by a sense of rationality and a desire to diffuse tension rather than escalate it. The stark contrast between Tybalt and Benvolio highlights the power of composure and reason over aggression and hostility in dealing with conflicts and seeking respect from others. Tybalt being aggressive, he is also a hot head, while Benvolio is an even keeled person. We see this when the boys are on the verge of a street fight. “What, drawn, and talk of peace! I hate the word, As I hate hell, all Montagues, and thee.Have at thee: here I come at you. Have at thee, coward!” (70-72).After the death of Mercutio and Tybalt, Benvolio describes the fight scene to the Prince "Tybalt here slain, whom Romeo's hand did …show more content…
Tybalt constantly wants to fight and attack people. Benvolio is trying to keep the peace between all and doesn’t really have a side; he just wants the fighting to end. In one scene, there is a fight between some servants and the boys get involved. Tybalt walks over, What, art thou drawn among these heartless hinds? Turn thee, Benvolio, look upon thy death. Benvolio: I do, but keep the peace. Put up thy sword, Or manage to part these men with me.” Tybalt's short temper and tendency to overreact often lead to escalated conflicts and unnecessary confrontations. His impulsive nature, coupled with his aggressive demeanor, creates a volatile atmosphere around him. In contrast, Benvolio's composed and peaceful nature serves as a calming influence during tense situations. He prioritizes harmony and de-escalation, seeking to resolve conflicts through dialogue rather than aggression. Benvolio's ability to maintain his composure in challenging circumstances highlights his maturity and level-headedness, making him a valuable presence in times of
.However,as the play progresses,it becomes noticeable that Benvolio has changed through his character and makes different choices to help his friends,but as the same time deceives them.The text states that,”O noble Prince,I can discover all The unlucky manage of this fatal brawl.There lies the man,slain by young Romeo,That slew thy kinsman,brave Mercutio.”(3.1 144-147) Shakespeare forms him to be a leader when situations are not the best between the Capulets and the Montagues;he portrayed beginning when the “civil brawls”(1.1 92) first started breaking out in the streets.
In the Shakespearean play, Romeo & Juliet, aggression is represented in different ways by the different characters in the play. Tybalt, Romeo, Benvolio, and the others all have their own way of dealing with hate and anger. Some do nothing but hate while others can’t stand to see even the smallest of quarrels take place.
He is a trustworthy friend and also could be considered a counselor. One example of his peace is at the beginning of the play when tybalt wants to fight benvolio: "I do but keep the peace: put up thy sword" He expresses his mature and responsible attitude towards Tybalt in order to calm him down. Even though this doesn’t work and they fight anyways, it shows how he wants to act about certain situations. Benvolio is also honest and a responsible person. “Here were the servants of your adversary, And yours, close fighting ere I did approach:I drew to part them: in the instant came the fiery Tybalt, with his sword prepared,Which, as he breathed defiance to my ears, he swung about his head and cut the winds, who nothing hurt withal hiss'd him in scorn: while we were interchanging thrusts and blows, came more and more and fought on part and part, till the prince came, who parted either part.” When he says what happened during the fight, to the Montagues, he is completely honest and does not change the story to make it in his favor (and make him look
Tybalt is related to Juliet, and is naturally a character foil to a relative of Romeo named Benvolio. Tybalt contains a quick temper, and makes a multitude of rash decisions. Tybalt also responds to disrespect with violence, and without much consideration. Benvolio’s name rings true to word that sounds similar:
She is uninterested in Romeo and his adoration. Benvolio is called a peacemaker (even his name is from the root of 'benevolent' or kind), and tries many times to soothe frayed tempers and hurt feelings. Benvolio is also asked by Romeo's parents to keep an eye on Romeo, and he is the one the Prince approaches to get to the bottom of the street fight between Romeo's friends and Capulet's supporters. Tybalt is the opposite in character, being unfriendly and self-serving.
When asked by Benvolio to make peace in the streets, Tybalt bluntly responds,” talk of peace, I hate the word. As I hate hell all Montagues.” This is the attitude of Tybalt throughout the play. He believes he is doing all for the best and uses violence as his tool. He gets angry at the ball with Romeo being there, “villain as a guest,” and believes it best to defend his family’s honor by later taking revenge. When Tybalt finds Romeo, he thinks it best to fight him and when he ends up killing Mercutio he believes he has done his duty by causing Romeo the same hurt he has brought Tybalt, “the injuries that thou hast done me.”
In comparison to Benvolio, they are highly divergent characters. Benvolio’s personality is one of peace and wellbeing, and his character is in juxtaposition to that of Tybalt’s. It is evident from the moment Tybalt first spoke in act 1 scene 1 that he is violent and enjoys fighting. His first line being ‘What, art though drawn amongst these heartless hinds?’ referring to Benvolio’s involvement in a fight between the servants, further implicates that Tybalt is regularly focused on violence and fighting. The line that further implicates his passion for conflict is at the moment when he discusses the topic of ‘peace’. Tybalt, on the subject of this word, says ‘I hate the word, as I hate hell’, suggesting that he has a passionate dislike for
In William Shakespeare’s play, The Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet, Tybalt is from the house of Capulet and cousin to Juliet. Tybalt is young, macho, aggressive, impatient, high-tempered, cocky, and a skilled swordsman. Based on the humors, Tybalt could be considered choleric. He is introduced as an antagonist in the play because he causes a fair share of conflict. Tybalts’s death can be narrowed down to three reasons, his immaturity, Romeo, and his pride and honor.
Romeo and Juliet, the tale abhorred by all high school students. The archaic language, the sappy love story – it’s no wonder that a chorus of groans occur whenever the name Shakespeare is uttered. The main characters in Romeo in Juliet are unsurprisingly Romeo and Juliet – the star-crossed lovers. Romeo and Juliet are lovers whose families are engaged in a feud for many tears. Despite this, their love flourishes. However, the pay still concludes in a tragedy, because of the character’s flaws. In Romeo and Juliet, Romeo’s desperation and impulsiveness, Juliet’s maturity and rebellion, and Tybalt’s cockiness and aggression.
Many characters want Romeo to pay for what he has done, whereas Juliet is heartbroken because she might never be able to see Romeo again. The destructive forces of love are shown through Romeo’s love towards Mercutio, as it presents chaos when Romeo is banished, leaving all characters in despair. In addition, Tybalt’s destructive love of family honour brings out chaos and worry throughout the Capulet household. Tybalt displays a destructive love of family honour, as he shows a hatred towards all Montague. When Tybalt first lays eyes on Benvolio at the beginning of the play, he begins to scold him, beginning a fight between the two of them.
conflicts will likely arise, it is important to remember we can learn and grow from these
As already shown, both Romeo and Juliet are horrified to discover that they were family enemies. Despite of this, they both choose to devote their love for eachother. Given this point, it is unrequited love that brings Romeo and Juliet together. But this also means that they would have to get over the fact that their families hate each other. This eventually leads them to forgiving the rival family for all the hateful acts that have occurred against one another. This is not the only forgiveness that is experienced in this play. Tybalt is a Montague with a fiery attitude. After catching Romeo at a party he was not supposed to be at, Tybalt had it out for Romeo. Just after Romeo and Juliet’s wedding, Tybalt comes looking for him wanting to fight. Romeo does not want to fight because he now loves Tybalt since he is family to him, but neither Tybalt or anyone else knows this reason. Quickly Mercutio steps in and tells Tybalt that he will fight him in honour of Romeo. Sadly this leads to the death of Mercutio. Romeo is angry and in need of revenge, which creates an intense fight between Tybalt and Romeo. Romeo wins this battle, killing Tybalt. He leaves in a hurry, only to discover that he would be banished from Verona. The death of Tybalt is absolutely devastating to Juliet. Her cousin was murdered by her husband. But she did not hesitate to forgive Romeo, she did so right away. She knew that Romeo had a reason for this incident and decides to
“The test of a round character is whether it is capable of surprising in a convincing way. If it never surprises, it is flat. If it does not convince, it is a flat pretending to be round.” -E.M. Forster
Put up your swords; you know not what. you do” and at saying this he beats down their swords which shows us. that Benvolio doesn’t want to start a brawl between the two houses. Then Tybalt comes in and starts to provoke Benvolio and the servants. and when Benvolio starts talking about putting away their swords and parting Tybalt replies “what!
Almost directly after Benvolio put a stop to the fighting, Tybalt replied with, “What, drawn and talk of peace? I hate the word, / As I hate hell, all Montagues, and thee. / Have at thee coward!” (1.1, 60-63). Tybalt distinctly states that he despises peace, something that Benvolio holds very dear. And directly after he mentions this, he continues with stating all of the other things he despises and then commands Benvolio to fight him. Tybalt is constantly out looking for an argument, and any excuse he can find to use his sword. Although Tybalt’s constant anger can be a bit unsettling, it is extremely crucial in this tragedy, as is Benvolio’s tranquil