Summary of Romeo and Juliet

The story is, of course, about a pair of star-crossed lovers. Two teenagers pursue their love for each other despite the fact that their families have been at odds with each other for decades. The story combines swordfighting, disguise, misunderstanding, tragedy, humor, and some of the most romantic language found in literature all in the name of true love. In Verona, Italy, two families the Montagues and the Capulets have been fighting with each other …

…takes his last breath next to his "dead" wife. Moments later, Juliet awakens to see her husband's dead body. She learns what has happened from Friar Laurence who has just arrived. With no reason left to live, Juliet kills herself with Romeo's dagger. The tragedy has a tremendous impact on both the Montagues and the Capulets. The families are hurt so much by the death of their children that they agree to never fight again.