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Comparing Romeo And Juliet
Romeo and Juliet have very different personalities and qualities, I think that might be why they fell in love to begin with. If you think about it Romeo and Juliet’s qualities can be seen in ourselves. I think that I may have a mix of both Romeo and Juliet in me. Romeo is extremely forward and likes to rush into things. For example when Romeo saw Juliet for the first time at the Capulet Ball he instantly fell in love, whether it was true love or not, he “just had to” meet her. After he had finally met her then he declared that he was madly in love with her and would do anything to be with her. He got the chance to touch her hand just for a little bit then basically tells her that he was going to kiss her. (I wouldn’t want someone that I just met to be kissing me…weird) …show more content…
While he was dreaming of marrying Juliet, she was trying to figure out who he was. With this quality I would have to say that I am more like Juliet. .After some time and consideration about Romeo she decided that she was in love with him. I think it would've probably taken me a little more time to declare that I am in love with someone or before I make a decision.

Juliet has a very brave quality deep down inside of her. She is willing to fall in love with a boy but not just any boy, no no he is the son of there family’s rival. As I stated before she isn’t as quick to rush into things as Romeo is, but when she finds out that he is a Montague she still follows what her heart is telling her. She decided to get married and put all of her trust into this “Romeo guy.”
I too have a deep bravery that is buried down inside of me like Juliet. This year rumors had been started, but I chose not to believe the lies from my peers and follow my heart. By doing that I now have the courage to understand the difference between a rumor and something that is true. I held on to what I knew was true and it definitely paid

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