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Read this line from the prologue of Romeo and Juliet. Is now the two hours' traffick of our stage; Which best paraphrases "two hours' traffick"? performance opening intermission conclusion

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Derek

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The phrase “two hours’ traffic” from the prologue of “Romeo and Juliet” refers to the duration of the play itself. In the context of the prologue, it is informing the audience that the play will last for two hours. Therefore, the best paraphrase for “two hours’ traffic” is “performance.”

Final Answer

Performance

Key Concept

Duration

Key Concept Explanation

In this context, “traffic” refers to the activity or movement during the play’s performance, which is expected to last two hours.