Romeo and Juliet Essay Question

In-Class Essay Test

March 7, 2008

Which, if either, dominates in the tragedy of Romeo and Juliet: fate or free will?

Your essay must have a thesis statement and topic sentences, and you must quote from at least 3 acts in the play. You may bring in quotations and a rudimentary outline for your essay. Do not go into hyper drive and spend 6 hours making the perfect outline.

To Prepare :

•  Find evidence of fate and free will.

•  Generate a thesis and topic sentences.