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In William Shakespeare's play "Romeo and Juliet," the use of foreshadowing is prevalent throughout the narrative. One notable instance of foreshadowing occurs when Juliet says, "O, for a falconer's voice to lure this tassel-gentle back again!" This line is spoken when Juliet is bidding farewell to Romeo after their secret wedding night. She longs for Romeo to stay a little longer but realises he must leave. The term "tassel-gentle" refers to a young male falcon, and Juliet's wish for a falconer's voice foreshadows the tragic events to come.

Question: What does Juliet's wish for a falconer's voice foreshadow in the play?

 

 

Option: 1

 Romeo's decision to leave Verona forever


Option: 2

 The eventual reconciliation of the feuding families


Option: 3

 Tragic events that will separate Romeo and Juliet 


Option: 4

Juliet's plan to escape with Romeo

 


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Juliet's wish for a falconer's voice foreshadows the tragic events that will lead to the separation and ultimately the death of Romeo and Juliet.

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