In the play The Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet, William Shakespeare tells the story of how Romeo and Juliet struggle to stay together despite being from rival houses. It also demonstrates that common human error, rather than fate, led to their demise. The characters' lack of consideration for the possible negative consequences of their good intentions not only caused the two forbidden lovers to meet and their plans to fail, but also to their deaths. Romeo's decision to go to the Capulet party helps trigger this tragedy. When he is confronted by one of Capulet's servants and asked to read an invitation to a party, he sees the name of his former love, Rosaline. Overwhelmed by temptations, he and his friend Mercutio decide to sneak into the party, even though they are forbidden from going because they are Montagues. During the party, Tybalt, a relative of Lord Capulet, recognizes Romeo as an enemy and becomes angry at his presence, saying that he "will withdraw, but this intrusion, which now seems sweet, will turn into bitter gall" ( I,v,102-103). Although Tybalt will tolerate Romeo's presence at the party, he predicts that something unpleasant will happen to him. Romeo, only wanting to see a girl he likes, inadvertently causes Tybalt to despise him. In addition to reinforcing the feud between the two houses, Romeo also meets Juliet at this party and they fall in love, but after being separated by the nurse, they each realize that their love is impossible because of the quarrel of their families. Upon realizing that Romeo is a Montague, Juliet exclaims: "My only love is born from my only hatred!" Too soon seen unknown, and known too late! » (I, v, 151-152). Juliet immediately recognizes the conflict that Romeo has caused... middle of paper... on the lips and in [her] cheeks” (V.iii.94-95). Despite some evidence that Juliet is not actually dead, but is regaining consciousness, he commits suicide, thinking only of the best possible situation, namely that he will join Juliet in heaven. However, ignoring other possibilities, he causes Juliette to commit suicide when she wakes up. Throughout the play, Shakespeare shows how a person's mistakes, instead of fate, can direct them toward success or failure. Many characters try to help others or themselves without intending harm, but all unintentional mistakes cause tragedy. Shakespeare's depiction of Romeo and Juliet's meeting, failure of plans, and death proves that our actions can influence the future. People, when taking risky actions in an attempt to help others, must always consider not only the positive effects, but also what can go wrong..