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Two households in Verona maintain an ancient grudge that leads to recurring civil conflict. Amidst this hostility, the children of these rival families become star-crossed lovers whose tragic deaths ultimately resolve their parents' strife.

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ACT II

ROMEO.

Why, then is my pump well flowered.

MERCUTIO.

Sure wit, follow me this jest now, till thou hast worn out thy pump, that when the single sole of it is worn, the jest may remain after the wearing, solely singular.

ROMEO.

O single-soled jest, solely singular for the singleness!

MERCUTIO.

Come between us, good Benvolio; my wits faint.

ROMEO.

Swits and spurs, swits and spurs; or I’ll cry a match.

MERCUTIO. Nay,

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