Discuss the theme of love in Romeo and Juliet

Remember to start the essay with a strong introduction. Your introduction should capture the reader's attention and highlight the key points that your essay will discuss.

Each point should be given its own paragraph and expanded on using the PEE structure (Point, Evidence, Explanation) or the PEEL structure (Point, Evidence, Explanation, Link). 

The theme of love dominates Romeo and Juliet and is presented by Shakespeare in different ways. Therefore, you can focus on various aspects of the play such as the emotions connected to the theme of love, the different types of love depicted in the play or the consequences of different relationships that are formed in the play.

Types of love depicted in the play:

-> Puppy love: Romeo's 'love for Rosaline (Is he infatuated by her/ obsessed with the idea of her) or Paris' 'love' for Juliet (He doesn't show any deep feelings for her)

->Love between friends: Juliet and her nurse/ The Friar and Romeo/ The friendships of Mercutio, Benvolio and Romeo

-> Classic idea of romantic love: Romeo and Juliet (They are idealistic, intense and passionate)

Love is seen as a powerful force in the play. It drives Romeo and Juliet to defy their feuding families and end their lives in a double suicide. The connection between love and violence would also be a strong point to include in the essay. You could discuss the implications of the violent and tragic ending and how it encourages the two families to resolve their feud.

End the essay with a memorable conclusion bringing together all the ideas that have been discussed in the essay. The conclusion should also connect these ideas back to the title to reinforce that you have understood the question.