Characters
Who was Hortensio?
He was a suitor for Bianca, disguises himself as a music tutor named Litio, and married the Widow.
Why did Lucentio come to Padua?
To further his studies at the university.
What does Baptista tell Petruchio he must do before he can marry Katherine?
Baptista insists that Petruchio must win Katherine's love.
He's depriving her of sleep, food, and not giving her what she wants.
What does the vocabulary word "mockery" mean?
Mockery - teasing and contemptuous language or behavior directed at a particular person or thing.
Who was Christopher Sly?
He was a drunk, beggar; homeless, and a fool. He owed money to the hostess at the alehouse.
What trick is played on Christopher Sly?
The Lord and his servants are repulsed by Sly's behavior. They treat him like a Lord and convince him that he's been ill for 15 years and gone mad. They make him think he has a wife, but it's really just a servant. They put on a play for him and his "wife" to enjoy.
At the end of ACT II, what are Tranio, Gremio, and Baptista discussing? What decision is made?
What must Kate do in order for Petruchio to give her food?
She has to thank him, be nice to him, and be cheerful.
What does the real Vincentio think has happened to his son?
That he was murdered.
Who was Grumio?
Petruchio's servant.
They're shocked and angry, but accept it.
Why is Katherine crying before her wedding?
She's sad because Petruchio is late and she realizes she has feelings for him.
What was the reference made for Petruchio dangling things (food, sleep, dresses, etc) out of Katherine's reach?
He will tame her as the falconer trains his bird, by holding lures out in front of it, just out of reach.
What was the amount of the winnings for the bet?
20 crowns.
Who was Lucentio?
He woos and marries Bianca. He's her Latin tutor, and disguises himself as Cambio.
At the end of ACT I, why are Bianca's suitors friendly with one another and indebted to Petruchio?
They decide they might as well work together to get Katherine married to Petruchio, so they can fight for Bianca's love. Petruchio is their only chance at getting to marry Bianca.
How is Petruchio dressed for the wedding? List four examples!
He's wearing an old jacket, worn-out pants that are inside out, mismatched shoes, and a broken sword.
Why do Lucentio and Bianca ask pardon of their fathers?
Because they eloped, it was disrespectful to their fathers.
Who won the bet?
Petruchio and Katherine.
Who is the Pedant?
He is a traveling teacher from Mantua, who meets Tranio. Tranio convinces him to pretend to be Vincentio, Lucentio's father so that Bianca and Lucentio can get married.
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What is Lucentio's plan to marry Bianca?
They're going to elope. He's going to find someone to impersonate his father, Vincentio.
What was the "bet"?
The bet was whoevers wife would come as soon as they were called would win.
How has Bianca changed from the beginning of the play?
Her attitude, the way she acts, and her words. She was never mean before.