Question

Shakespeare uses reverse subject/verb

order in Romeo and Juliet, such as in this
line spoken by Benvolio to Lady
Montague:
"So early walking did I see your son:"
Which of the following is the normal
subject/verb order?
A. Early walking your son did I see.
B. Walking early, I did see your son.
C. Early did I see your son walking.

Answer 1

Shakespeare uses reverse subject/verb order in Romeo and Juliet.

Step-by-step explanation:

In the line spoken by Benvolio to Lady Montague in Romeo and Juliet, Shakespeare uses reverse subject/verb order.

The normal subject/verb order is: 'I did see your son early walking.'

In this line, Benvolio says: 'So early walking did I see your son.'

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