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How does Lord Capulet's attitude change from Act 1, Scene two to Act 3, Scene four?

In Act 1, Scene two, Lord Capulet tells Paris to wait two more years before he starts to think about marrying Juliet. Capulet goes on to tell Paris that his permission is only part of her decision. Lord Capulet demonstrates his tolerance and respect for his daughter's opinion by commenting that he will give Juliet his blessing whether or not she agrees to marry Paris.


In Act 3, Scene four, Lord Capulet tells Paris that Juliet will obey any decision he makes. He then says that Juliet will marry Paris on Thursday. Lord Capulet proceeds to tell his wife to inform Juliet that she will be marrying Paris. Lord Capulet's drastic change in character concerning his daughter's marriage portrays his capricious personality. Instead of respecting Juliet's choice and trusting her decision, Lord Capulet becomes forceful and insensitive. His attitude changes from being respectful and sensitive in Act 1, to controlling and inconsiderate in Act 3.

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