Title: How and why does Juliet's relationship with the Nurse change in Romeo and Juliet? Is Juliet justified in her feelings toward the nurse?  - eNotes.com
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Romeo and Juliet
? Is Juliet justified in her feelings toward the nurse?

Romeo and Juliet
How and why does Juliet's relationship with the Nurse change in Romeo and Juliet? Is Juliet justified in her feelings toward the nurse?
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Content: This constitutes a break with the Nurse, whom Juliet now scorns as a “wicked fiend.” As the families’ feud turns bloody, Romeo is banished, and her father insists that she must marry Paris right away. The Nurse sees this as a much more sensible option than pursuing a relationship with a Montague. Juliet flies into a panic and insults her. The justification is doubtful, as she is mainly reacting out of anger. However, she cannot commit bigamy and, even if she were free, would not give up her true love. Last Updated by eNotes Editorial on April 15, 2021
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Juliet's relationship with the Nurse suffers after Romeo's banishment, when the Nurse suggests Juliet marry Paris. Indeed, it is worth noting that this perceived betrayal seems to have have done lasting damage, given that Juliet employed the Nurse as an intermediary vis-a-vis her earlier marriage with Romeo, while maintaining secrecy when faking her death. I think Juliet's reaction is understandable and justified. On the one hand, it should be noted that Juliet herself does not want to marry Paris, but at the same time, we should also keep in mind the sacramental implications of a second marriage.