This question is based on William Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet.
In Romeo and Juliet, the major role of Mercutio is to
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A.
Count Paris in Praise of Juliet -
B.
annoy Tybalt -
C.
take another wife -
D.
serve as an assistance to Romeo
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation
Mercutio and Benvolio who were Romeo’s friends were waiting on the street when Tybalt arrives with the intention of challenging/punishing Romeo for sneaking into the party. Mercutio aggressively jumps into Romeo and Tybalt issues and drew out his sword on Tybalt but Tybalt cuts Mercutio.