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always being pushed against the wall. So I will push 15Montague’s men away from the wall, and his maidens tothe wall.GregoryThe quarrel is not only between our masters, but between usand their servants, as well.SampsonIt’s all the same quarrel. I’ll prove myself a tyrant. After I’vefought with the men, I’ll be cruel to the maidens. I’ll cut off 20their heads.GregoryThe heads of the maidens?SampsonYes, the heads of the maidens, or their maidenheads. Take itin any sense you like.GregoryThey must take it in the sense they feel it. 25SampsonThey’ll feel me as long as I’m able to stand, and everyoneknows I’m a real man.GregoryIt’s a good thing you’re not a fish. If you were, you wouldnot give much satisfaction.—Draw your weapon! Herecome two of Montague’s servants. 30Two servants, Abraham and Balthasar, enter.SampsonMy bare sword is out. Start a quarrel! I’ll back you up.GregoryHow will you back me up? By turning your back and running?sampsonDon’t be afraid of me.Act 1, Scene 1 25