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Cash Morton

29 May, 13:48

Compare Romeo and Mercutio in these lines from Act I, scene iv of Romeo and Juliet.

Romeo: Give me a torch: I am not for this ambling;

Being but heavy, I will bear the light.

Mercutio: Nay, gentle Romeo, we must have you dance.

Romeo: Not I, believe me: you have dancing shoes

With nimble soles; I have a soul of lead

Which statements about this dialogue are true? Check all that apply.

Mercutio provides a foil for Romeo.

Mercutio and Romeo are friends.

Mercutio and Romeo are enemies.

Romeo is practical and optimistic.

Romeo is brokenhearted and emotional.

Romeo will be influenced by Mercutio.