The Taming of the Shrew 1.1 Interview: Baptista, Bianca, and Kate

The transcript features a discussion with the Minnilas family about marriage customs in Padua. Sir Baptista Minnila introduces his daughters, Bianca and Katarina, and explains the traditional courtship process. The conversation highlights the differences between local customs and those of the host's culture, focusing on the control over marriage choices. Katarina expresses her disdain for the suitors, while Baptista emphasizes the importance of securing a reputable match. The discussion concludes with plans for Bianca's education and the family's dynamics.

Who is the host of the show that the Minnila family appears on?

• Ralph

• Hortensio

• Baptista

• Gremio

What is the primary factor in marriage where Ralph comes from?

• Love

• Financial stability

• Social class

• Parental approval

How does Baptista view his role in his daughters' futures?

• As a guide

• As a matchmaker

• As a passive observer

• As a protector

What condition does Baptista set for Bianca's marriage?

• The suitor must be from Padua

• The suitor must be wealthy

• Bianca must choose her suitor

• Katarina must marry first

What is the reaction of the suitors to Baptista's condition for Bianca's marriage?

• They are indifferent

• They agree

• They are confused

• They are upset

What does the term 'cart her' imply in the context of the suitors?

• To marry her

• To ignore her

• To punish her

• To court her

What does Katarina express about her interest in marriage?

• She is eager to marry

• She is indifferent to marriage

• She is against marriage

• She is already engaged

What does Katarina threaten to do to Hortensio?

• Marry him

• Ignore him

• Invite him to dinner

• Comb his noddle with a stool

What does Baptista plan to do to keep Bianca occupied?

• Engage her in music and poetry

• Send her to a convent

• Arrange a marriage

• Find her a suitor

What does Baptista hope to achieve by involving the suitors in finding schoolmasters?

• To educate Bianca

• To delay the marriage

• To test their sincerity

• To entertain the suitors