The Instigator

Part I of Essay
“Benvolio, look upon thy death” (1.1.64). In each rivalry, there are parties of people that hold deeper and more profound hatreds to their foes. Thus, rivalries, especially family feuds, entice people to war amongst each other. This warring between two parties, contorts i ....

Part II of Essay
.... the streets of Verona, Tybalt and his subject run into their warring counterparts, Benvolio and Mercutio, of the Montague household. Being a peaceful man, Benvolio talks of peace, trying to stay away from any further clashes. Nevertheless, at the sound of the word “peace” Tybalt illustrates his animosity toward the Montagues, as he repulsively responds, “I hate the word / As I hate hell, all Montagues, and thee” (1.1.68-69). This remark was sparked after a short confrontation, which was stopped by citizens and peace officers. Later in the ....