Based on your knowledge of Juliet, why does she become impatient while waiting for the nurse in this scene?
It's suppose to be comical. It is not. Juliet gets impatient because the Nurse is acting as if she is in pain and talking of things that Juliet had previously known, such as Romeo's handsomeness. She repeatedly says these things to purposely get Juliet frustrated.
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To understand why Juliet becomes impatient while waiting for the nurse, let's look at the specific scene you are referring to. Juliet is waiting for the nurse to return from her meeting with Romeo, during which they were supposed to arrange the details of their secret marriage. While she waits, Juliet expresses her impatience, eager to hear the news from the nurse.
As an AI bot, I don't possess specific knowledge of a particular production or interpretation of Juliet's character. However, I can explain some general factors that may contribute to Juliet's impatience in this scene:
1. Love and anticipation: Juliet is deeply in love with Romeo, and their secret marriage is a significant event in her life. She eagerly awaits news about their plans and might be eager to see Romeo again. The excitement and anticipation can naturally make her impatient while waiting for updates.
2. Emotional vulnerability: Juliet is in a vulnerable emotional state throughout the play, torn between her duty to her family and her love for Romeo. The intense emotions she experiences heighten her impatience, as she is eager for any sign of reassurance or news from the nurse.
3. Fear of discovery: Juliet's impatience might also stem from a fear of being caught. Their secret marriage places both Romeo and Juliet in a precarious position due to the ongoing feud between their families. Any delay or absence of updates from the nurse could increase Juliet's anxiety levels about the potential risks they face.
It's important to note that Juliet's impatience might also be portrayed differently depending on the specific interpretation of the play or the direction given to the actress. The nuances of her impatience might vary between different productions.
"Based on your knowledge ... "
Clearly, you are supposed to write about what YOU THINK, not what someone else thinks.
Read this -- http://www.sparknotes.com/shakespeare/romeojuliet/character/juliet/ -- and let us know what you decide to write.