The Exceptional Individual in Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare

William Shakespeare had many tragedies that he was well known for. What set Romeo and

Juliet apart, there was not a clear individual who stood out, both characters gullible and in a since

childlike. Juliet was in the crossroads of her life, she was changing from a girl to a young

woman. Romeo is considered to be easily distracted, he is also known for his emotional outpouring.

His immoral personal history with the murders and thoughtless actions causes us to realize in truth

Romeo wasn't as innocent as his true love Juliet. Juliet is known for her moral values, where as

Romeo seems to let his emotions control his actions. Between Romeo and Juliet there is many

difficulties they faced, both characters are known to have faults. Juliet show remorse and regrets her

actions more than Romeo. Through these impressions, the exceptional individual in Romeo and Juliet

would be the genuine protagonist Juliet.

Juliet is known to live a sheltered life, she is innocent in every since of the word. The people

who are responsible for her well being are her parent's and nurse. In the story Juliet's mom addresses

the question if she loves Paris, Juliet Replied, “I'll look to like if looking liking move: But no more

deep will I endart mine eye Than your consent gives strength to me to fly”(Shakespeare I.III.98-100).

Juliet is young and still eager to please her parents. She is only thirteen in the beginning the idea of

love and desire to be in a relationship was not present until her mother said “Well, think of marriage

now; younger than you, /Here in Verona, Ladies of esteem./ Are made already mothers...”

(Shakespeare I.IV.70-2).

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Juliet responded “It is an honour that I dream ...

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