When Romeo and Juliet first meet in Act I, scene v, a sonnet structure is used because sonnets are a simple pattern to write.
the sonnet shows their romantic connection.
sonnets convey the shyness of a first encounter.
the sonnet explains the couple’s awkwardness.

The following question asks about one or more selections from your literature textbook. you may use your textbook to answer this question. both “lob’s girl” and “jeremiah’s song” contain flashbacks. in a paragraph, explain what this plot technique adds to the stories. support your answer with one detail from each story.