Romeo and Juliet

Sc. 1, Lines 1–15: What is the friar’s motive for wanting to slow down the marriage preparations for Paris and Juliet? What does Paris say is Lord Capulet’s motive for hurrying the wedding along?

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The Friar, having conducted the marriage ceremony, is well aware that Juliet is already married. Lord Capulet is angered by his daughter's impudence..... her refusal to do as he says. Rushing the ceremony proves his point.

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