'Romeo and Juliet': violence, masculinity and society in Act 1, Scene 1
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I can explain how Shakespeare links the concepts of violence and masculinity in Act 1, Scene 1 of 'Romeo and Juliet'.
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By opening with men bearing swords, Shakespeare implies that we should connect men and violence.
Violence is presented as part of masculinity.
The links between violence and sex could suggest that men were supposed to be sexually dominant.
The Prince implies that the Montagues and Capulets are corrupting themselves and society through violence.
However, the Prince’s threats could be acknowledging that violence is necessary to keep society together.
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