Though several characters could be charged with encouraging the fight that takes place
in act 1, scene 1, of , by , there are three who stand out as contributing
to the fighting with specific verbal threats or actions: , , and the crowd of spectators.
The scene opens with Sampson and , two servants from the Capulet household,
discussing their hatred for the Montagues. As they talk, they cross paths withand an unnamed
servant, both of the Capulet household. Sampson is the first to encourage a fight, by telling
Gregory, "My naked weapon is out. Quarrel, I will back thee" (1:1:34€“35).
Moments later, though, he suggests that the law will look more kindly on the side who
does not instigate the fight. "Let us take the law of our sides; let them begin"
(1:1:39€“40). When Gregory suggests that he will...
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