The Taming of the Shrew 4.4 Scene Summary

In this video, a merchant disguises himself as Lucencio's father to secure a marriage with Bianca. Biondello reports on the deception, and Baptista agrees to the marriage after being convinced by the fake father. Plans are made for the engagement, and Bianca is to be informed. The video concludes with a discussion of the intrigue and deception involved in the arrangement.

What role does the merchant play in the plan to marry Bianca?

• Lucentio's fake father

• Lucentio's real father

• Lucentio's tutor

• Lucentio's servant

What does Baptista require to agree to Lucentio's marriage to Bianca?

• A visit from Bianca

• A promise of wealth from Lucentio's father

• A letter from Lucentio

• A gift from Lucentio

What is the next step after Baptista agrees to the marriage?

• A meeting with Bianca

• A visit to Venice

• A celebration at Lucentio's place

• A public announcement

Who is sent to fetch Bianca for the engagement celebration?

• The merchant

• Cambio

• Biondello

• Tranio

What unusual story does Biondello share with Lucentio?

• A woman married while picking flowers

• A man disguised as a merchant

• A wench married while gathering parsley

• A tutor marrying his student