Write a few paragraphs about what you already know about Romeo and Juliet and William Shakespeare. What happens in the play? Who was William Shakespeare and what did he do? When did he live? Add any other interesting information. Please respond and add to two other people's responses.

One of the central themes of this story is that "Power corrupts and absolute power corrupts absolutely." How is this theme explored throughout this story. Write as many specific examples as possible. Please be sure to respond to two other students and state whether you agree or disagree with their answers and why.