Question

Impulsive, emotional Romeo acts as a character foil for

A. Rosaline, who is unloving and cold.
B.Capulet, who is stern and protective.
C.Nurse, who is wise yet funny.
D.Paris, who is stable yet dull.

Answer 1

Impulsive, emotional Romeo acts as a character foil for Paris, who is stable yet dull. Option D is the right one.

Whe refering to literature, the term foil makes reference to a character who contrasts with other characters, often their qualities are quite the opposite from those of other characters.

Paris in the play Rome and Juliet is a suitor of Juliet. He is described as a handsome, wealthy man and a kinsman to Prince Escalus.

Answer 2

the anwser is D.) Paris, who is stable yet dull.