The Taming of the Shrew 1.2 Performance: Grumio, Lines 105-113

The transcript discusses the understanding of a character's nature, the ineffectiveness of scolding, and the potential consequences of provoking the character. It highlights how the character might react to being called names and the impact of such interactions.

What does the speaker believe about the effectiveness of scolding the acquaintance?

• It will make him happy.

• It will make him angry.

• It will change his behavior.

• It will have little effect.

How does the speaker describe the acquaintance's reaction to being called names?

• He becomes very upset.

• He ignores it completely.

• He finds it amusing.

• It doesn't bother him much.

What does the speaker imply about the acquaintance's behavior once he starts?

• He will apologize.

• He will continue with his antics.

• He will become silent.

• He will stop quickly.

What warning does the speaker give about standing up to the acquaintance?

• He will apologize.

• He will ignore the confrontation.

• He will retaliate in a damaging way.

• He will become friends with the person.

What metaphor does the speaker use to describe the consequences of confronting the acquaintance?

• Being blinded like a bat.

• Having no more eyes to see withal than a cat.

• Running like a cheetah.

• Being as silent as a mouse.