Taming of the Shrew Act III

What is Lucentio and Tranio's scheme in order for Lucentio to woo Bianca?

• They will switch identities and trick Katherine to marry Tranio.

• Lucentio will pay Bianca's father any amount to marry Bianca.

• Lucentio will pretend to be a tutor for Bianca. Tranio will step into Lucentio’s place and present himself as Lucentio to Bianca’s father.

• Lucentio will get someone to marry Katherine, so he can marry Bianca.

How does Lucentio deceive Gremio?

• Lucentio pretends to be a tutor so Gremio will offer him to teach Bianca.

• Lucentio lies and tells Gremio he will give him money if he lets him marry Bianca.

• Lucentio lies to Gremio that he will marry Katherine.

• Lucentio pretends to be Gremio's servant inorder to get closer to Bianca.

Why does Petruchio feel so confident he can withstand Katherine?

• Petruchio will drink a lot, so he will ignore Katherine.

• Petruchio has been through a lot of dangerous situation, he is not worried about a woman's "sharp tongue."

• Petruchio thinks his love for money will be greater than anything Katherine says to him.

• Petruchio is attracted to women like Katherine.

Describe Katherine. How is she different from her sister?

• Katherine is sweet and quiet, while Bianca is mean and loud.

• Katherine is mean and loud, and so is Bianca.

• Katherine desperately wants to get married, while Bianca does not.

• Katherine is loud and mean, while Bianca is quiet and obedient

How does Petruchio plan to "tame" Katherine?

• By ignoring her

• By being kind and gentle

• By mirroring her behavior and denying her basic comforts

• By sending her away

What does the term "shrew" refer to in the context of the play?

• A small animal

• A gentlewoman

• A bad-tempered or aggressively assertive woman

• A wise person

She is known as the shrew

• Bianca

• Kate

• Widow

• Merchant

Which character is known for their gentle and mild nature?

• Katherine

• Bianca

• Petruchio

• Baptista

Why does Petruchio deprive Katherine of beautiful, pleasing garments?

• She can’t afford them, so Petruchio begins to tame Katherine by teaching her financial responsibility. 

• She can’t wear the clothes of a wife and virtuous woman until she changes within first. 

• She looks fat in them, so her appearance in them displeases Petruchio. 

• She looks too beautiful in them, and Petruchio fears that her comely looks would fuel his jealousy. 

What is the significance of the final scene in "The Taming of the Shrew"?

• It shows the reconciliation of all characters.

• It demonstrates Katherine's transformation.

• It reveals a hidden secret.

• It sets up a sequel.