A compound sentence is one that contains two or more related independent clauses (or complete sentences), and they are most often connected with a conjunction word like "and" or "but" (which is preceded by a comma) or a semicolon. (The first sentence above is actually an example of a compound sentence, connected with a comma and the conjunction "and.")
One example of a compound sentence in the play is spoken by Lord Capulet in Act 1, scene 2, when he is conversing with the County Paris about Paris's desire to marry Juliet. Lord Capulet says,
But Montague is bound as well as I,
In penalty alike, and 'tis not hard, I think,
For men as old as we to keep the peace (1.2.1-3).
The first independent clause reads, "But Montague is bound as well as I, / In penalty alike," followed by a comma and then the conjunction "and." The second independent clause reads, "'tis not hard, I think, / For men as old as we to keep the peace."
Another example, from this same scene, is likewise spoken by Lord Capulet. He says,
But woo her, gentle Paris, get her heart;
My will to her consent is but a part (1.2.16-17).
The first independent clause precedes the semicolon on line 16, and the second independent clause follows the semicolon on line 17.
Compound sentences can be found in almost any literary work of considerable length. A compound sentences is formed when two independent clauses (one that is "strong" or complete enough to stand on its own) are joined to become one longer sentence. A compound sentences can be created by joining the two clauses using a comma and conjunction, a semicolon, or a semicolon and conjunctive adverb. It is extremely important to note that a conjunction MUST accompany a comma when it is used to make a compound sentence; otherwise, a comma splice is formed.
There are many examples of compound sentences in Romeo and Juliet. In the first scene of Act I, Benvolio anticipates Romeo's approach and tells his parents, "...So, please you step aside; I'll know his grievance, or be much denied." Many of the compound sentences found in the play are complex, so this is one of the more basic examples to be found.
What is an example of a commentary sentence from the play Romeo and Juliet?
Besides providing interpretation, a commentary sentence focuses closely on the text and on clarifying the meaning and significance of a text.
Commentary sentences would be helpful with respect to Act I, Scene 5, when Tybalt sees Romeo at the Capulet party. An incensed Tybalt then calls Romeo "a villain," and he says that he will not allow Romeo to be there. But his uncle, Lord Capulet, cautions him to leave Romeo alone:
He shall be endured:What, goodman boy! I say, he shall: go to;Am I the master here, or you? go to.You'll not endure him! God shall mend my soul!You'll make a mutiny among my guests! (1.5.75-79)
The commentary for the above passage could mention that this passage acts as foreshadowing for the...
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confrontation between Tybalt and Romeo in Act III when they have a sword fight.
Lord Capulet's anger in the midst of a celebration for his daughter highlights the theme of love and hate. Also, the love that will soon be sparked between Romeo and Juliet will be set against the backdrop of hatred and family feuds, which will further illustrate this theme.
What is an example of a commentary sentence from the play Romeo and Juliet?
A commentary sentence is a type of sentence that you, the writer, write that comments on facts presented in a previous sentence or earlier in that paragraph. The commentary sentence allows you, the writer, to put in some of your opinion, analysis, and interpretation of facts.
From the play "Romeo and Juliet" you could use a specific line to write your commentary about. Let's use this line:
"Henceforth I shall never be Romeo...My name, dear saint, is hateful to myself / Because it is an enemy to thee"
Romeo speaks that line in Act 2 Scene 2. Your commentary sentence could be the following: "The quote illustrates to the reader that Romeo is not close to his family, because it shows Romeo's ability and desire to casually disassociate himself from the Montague family name."
If you don't want to use a single line of text, you could use a dialogue sequence between two characters, a monologue, or a soliloquy. Use Friar Laurence's soliloquy at the start of Act 2 Scene 3. Your commentary sentence could be this: "The Friar's opening soliloquy is important to the play because it shows to the audience that the friar is knowledgeable about herbs, potions, and the duality of human nature. It is also foreshadowing his help to Juliet and his desire to heal the feud between Capulets and Montagues."