how would you describe describe Benvolio in Romeo and Juliet?

Answer 1

One of Benvolio's most important attributes is that he is non-confrontational, always trying to avoid fights and keep the peace. A good example of this attitude is in Act I, he is trying to part two fighting servants of the two houses. However he does not hesitate to fight, if necessary, an example of this is in Act I, Scene one, when he defends himself against Tybalt.

He appears in the play from Act 1 to Act 3, disappearing after Scene one of Act 3, with 156 total lines in the play. His sudden disappearance could be explained by the line "This is the truth, or let Benvolio die." When in fact he was lying to protect Romeo

His name means "well-wisher" which is a role he fills, to some degree, as a peace-maker and Romeo's friend. It is also worth noting that Benvolio's name may possibly be from the word "benevolent", meaning, "Having a disposition to do good; possessing or manifesting love to mankind, and a desire to promote their prosperity and happiness; disposed to give to good objects; kind; charitable" which is a fairly accurate description of Benvolio's personality.

Answer 2

Describe Benvolio