Taming of the Shrew Act 4 Quiz

In Act 4, how does Katherine's behavior change by the end of Act 4?

• She becomes more rebellious.

• She starts to agree with everything Petruchio says.

• She leaves Petruchio.

• She becomes more independent.

In Act 4, what method does Petruchio use to "tame" Katherine?

• He gives her gifts.

• He uses kind words and flattery.

• He starves her and deprives her of sleep.

• He agrees with everything she says.

In Act 4, how are gender roles portrayed in Act 4 of the play?

• Men and women are shown as equals.

• Women are portrayed as needing to be controlled by men.

• Men are shown as weak and easily manipulated by women.

• Gender roles are not addressed in Act 4.

In Act 4, what does Petruchio claim he is doing by taming Katherine?

• Punishing her for her past behavior.

• Making her a better wife.

• Showing his love for her.

• Proving his superiority to other men.

In Act 4, how does Katherine's transformation affect her relationship with Petruchio?

• It makes their relationship more contentious.

• It has no effect on their relationship.

• It improves their relationship.

• It leads to their separation.

In Act 4, what theme does the marriage between Petruchio and Katherine illustrate?

• Marriage as a partnership of equals.

• Marriage as a financial transaction.

• Marriage as a means of personal transformation.

• Marriage as a battleground.

In Act 4, why does Petruchio refuse to let Katherine eat the meat he claims is overcooked?

• He believes she needs to lose weight.

• He is punishing her for her disobedience.

• He wants to teach her to accept things as they are.

• He is concerned about her health.

In Act 4, how does Petruchio's treatment of Katherine reflect the societal views of the time?

• It reflects a society that values kindness and compassion.

• It shows a society that encourages independence in women.

• It mirrors a society that sees women as property to be controlled.

• It represents a society that promotes equality between genders.

In Act 4, what is Petruchio's explanation for his behavior towards Katherine?

• He believes it is his right as her husband.

• He thinks it is the only way to make her obedient.

• He claims he is doing it out of love to correct her behavior.

• He does it to entertain himself.

How does the theme of marriage in Act 4 challenge or reinforce contemporary views on the institution?

• It challenges contemporary views by promoting gender equality.

• It reinforces contemporary views by depicting marriage as a means of social advancement.

• It challenges contemporary views by showing marriage as oppressive.

• It reinforces contemporary views by illustrating marriage as a tool for personal transformation.