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What does Juliet mean when she asks “Wherefore art thou Romeo?"

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ANSWER: Juliet is asking why he’s Romeo. Explanation: Because of the base of the word where, modern ears often interpret this line asking this question where are you Romeo instead of why are you Romeo.
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The translation from old english to modern would be “ why are you Romeo”
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