act 3, scene 3, how does romeo handle the news that he has been exiled from Verona? Use quote to support your answer in act 3, scene 3.
In Act 3, Scene 3 of Romeo and Juliet, Romeo learns that he has been banished from Verona as a punishment for killing Tybalt. This news deeply affects Romeo, who sees exile as a fate worse than death. He becomes distraught and overwhelmed with despair, as he exclaims:
"Ha, banishment? Be merciful, say death;
For exile hath more terror in his look,
Much more than death. Do not say “banishment.”" (3.3.14-16)
Romeo's response clearly illustrates his intense reaction to the news. He pleads with Friar Lawrence to reconsider, as he believes that being exiled means being separated from his beloved Juliet and the life he once knew. He considers banishment to be worse than death, as it denies him the opportunity to be with his love.
Romeo also expresses his anguish by questioning the fairness of his punishment and the cruelty of fate:
"O, let me hence! I stand on sudden haste."
Wisely and slow; they stumble that run fast.
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Why should you fall into so deep an O?" (3.3.151-154)
Here, Romeo implores Friar Lawrence to let him leave immediately, unable to bear the thought of being apart from Juliet. However, the friar advises him to be patient and considers Romeo's haste as reckless. Romeo's impetuous nature is further demonstrated as he questions why fate has placed him in such a dire situation.
Overall, Romeo handles the news of his exile with intense despair and desperation. He perceives banishment as a form of punishment worse than death due to its separation from Juliet and the life he desires.