Immaturity In Romeo And Juliet

In William Shakespeare’s famous love story Romeo and Juliet, the characters display traits quite similar to us. Romeo, the beloved son of Mr. and Mrs. Montague, has many different character traits that build throughout the story. These traits are most prevalent during his desperate attempt to find love. Throughout the book, the audience will be able to see some of these character traits come through. Romeo definitely stands out as an immature, yet passionate character. One character trait Romeo shows throughout the book is immaturity. For example, at the beginning of the book, Romeo is depressed and upset that Rosaline, the girl he loves, does not love him back (act 1, scene 1). Romeo is throwing a fit over something so simple as a girl not liking him. Romeo is acting like a whiny little kid, complaining about his problems, and it makes him look very immature. Another example is after claiming Rosaline is the love of his life, he turns around to meet Juliet, and decides that he is now in love with her (act 1, scene 5). Romeo is constantly falling in love with

For example, when Romeo first meets Juliet, he immediately wants a kiss from her (act 1, scene 5). Romeo jumping right into a kiss, shows how passionate he is about her because he just can’t wait to be in a relationship with her. Another example is when Romeo sneaks out to see Juliet on her balcony, and they confess their love (act 2, scene 2). Romeo knows this is very risky because they are enemies and getting caught would result in terrible punishment. Romeo is so passionate about being with Juliet he risks everything just to see her. One last example is after Juliet fakes her death, Romeo goes to visit her and drinks the poison to end his life (act 5, scene 3). Romeo thought Juliet was dead, and felt he could not go on without her. Romeo was so passionate about staying with Juliet, he was willing to end his own life to do