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What has Katherine done to Bianca?
What has Katherine done to Bianca?
She tied her up like a bondmaid or slave and dragged her. Kate also hit her.
What information does Katherine want Bianca to tell her?
What information does Katherine want Bianca to tell her?
She wants Bianca to tell her which of her suitors she loves best.
Why does Bianca think Katherine wishes to know this information?
Why does Bianca think Katherine wishes to know this information?
Bianca thinks Kate is envious and wants either Hortensio or Gremio for herself.
What motivates Katherine's anger and violence towards Bianca?
What motivates Katherine's anger and violence towards Bianca?
How does Petruchio describe Katherine to Baptista?
How does Petruchio describe Katherine to Baptista?
Which two men does Baptista agree may tutor Katherine and Bianca?
Which two men does Baptista agree may tutor Katherine and Bianca?
For what reasons does Petruchio say he doesn't need Katherine's money?
For what reasons does Petruchio say he doesn't need Katherine's money?
According to Baptista, what is Katherine's dowry?
According to Baptista, what is Katherine's dowry?
What qualities does Petruchio believe make him a good match for Katherine?
What qualities does Petruchio believe make him a good match for Katherine?
How does Katherine demonstrate her displeasure towards Hortensio disguised as Litio?
How does Katherine demonstrate her displeasure towards Hortensio disguised as Litio?
What is Petruchio's reaction to Katherine's violent behavior?
What is Petruchio's reaction to Katherine's violent behavior?
What is Petruchio's plan to court and wed Katherine?
What is Petruchio's plan to court and wed Katherine?
How does Petruchio use the name Kate to antagonize Katherine?
How does Petruchio use the name Kate to antagonize Katherine?
What is an example of a pun used in the conversation between Hortensio and Katherine?
What is an example of a pun used in the conversation between Hortensio and Katherine?
What is Petruchio's response when Katherine hits him?
What is Petruchio's response when Katherine hits him?
Why does Katherine call Petruchio a fool after his speech to her?
Why does Katherine call Petruchio a fool after his speech to her?
What does Petruchio intend to do with Katherine?
What does Petruchio intend to do with Katherine?
What does Katherine sarcastically tell her father when she disagrees about her and Petruchio's relationship?
What does Katherine sarcastically tell her father when she disagrees about her and Petruchio's relationship?
What does Katherine say when Petruchio tells her they will be married on Sunday?
What does Katherine say when Petruchio tells her they will be married on Sunday?
In what specific ways does Katherine's behavior towards Petruchio contradict his words about her?
In what specific ways does Katherine's behavior towards Petruchio contradict his words about her?
How does Tranio disguised as Lucentio convince Baptista he is the worthier of two men to marry Bianca?
How does Tranio disguised as Lucentio convince Baptista he is the worthier of two men to marry Bianca?
Based on Gremio's lines, has he surrendered his dream of marrying Bianca?
Based on Gremio's lines, has he surrendered his dream of marrying Bianca?
What does Tranio disguised as Lucentio need to obtain before his wedding to Bianca?
What does Tranio disguised as Lucentio need to obtain before his wedding to Bianca?
What name does Lucentio take when he pretends to be a tutor?
What name does Lucentio take when he pretends to be a tutor?
What instrument does Kate use to hit Hortensio over the head?
What instrument does Kate use to hit Hortensio over the head?
What day is the wedding day?
What day is the wedding day?
Why does Petruchio call Katherine 'Kate'?
Why does Petruchio call Katherine 'Kate'?
Unlike the other men, how does Petruchio react to Katherine's behavior?
Unlike the other men, how does Petruchio react to Katherine's behavior?
What does Katerina have as a dowry?
What does Katerina have as a dowry?
What does Baptista agree to give Petruchio as a dowry?
What does Baptista agree to give Petruchio as a dowry?
Why does Katerina call Petruchio a coxcomb?
Why does Katerina call Petruchio a coxcomb?
Who wants to marry Kate?
Who wants to marry Kate?
What does Petruchio do with the stool Kate tries to hit him with?
What does Petruchio do with the stool Kate tries to hit him with?
Who tutors Bianca in Latin?
Who tutors Bianca in Latin?
What does it mean to dance barefoot at a wedding?
What does it mean to dance barefoot at a wedding?
Who has more houses, Gremio or Lucentio?
Who has more houses, Gremio or Lucentio?
Who does Baptista Minola choose for Bianca to marry?
Who does Baptista Minola choose for Bianca to marry?
How does Petruchio get Katherine to be quiet while he agrees to marry her?
How does Petruchio get Katherine to be quiet while he agrees to marry her?
Does Katherine want to marry Petruchio?
Does Katherine want to marry Petruchio?
Where does Hortensio say he is from when he pretends to be a tutor?
Where does Hortensio say he is from when he pretends to be a tutor?
What does Katherine do to Bianca in the beginning of Act 2?
What does Katherine do to Bianca in the beginning of Act 2?
Is Baptista happy with Bianca's marriage?
Is Baptista happy with Bianca's marriage?
What is Baptista basing the marriage of his daughter on?
What is Baptista basing the marriage of his daughter on?
Where is Petruchio going to buy wedding apparel?
Where is Petruchio going to buy wedding apparel?
What does Katherine mean when she says 'so you may lose your arms.'?
What does Katherine mean when she says 'so you may lose your arms.'?
What is the main tragedy in Petruchio's life?
What is the main tragedy in Petruchio's life?
Why does Petruchio want to marry Katherina?
Why does Petruchio want to marry Katherina?
Why does Baptista need Lucentio's father's assurance?
Why does Baptista need Lucentio's father's assurance?
Does Baptista know Petruchio's father?
Does Baptista know Petruchio's father?
How many houses does Lucentio have?
How many houses does Lucentio have?
What is a shrew?
What is a shrew?
Why does Petruchio call Kate a slow-winged turtle?
Why does Petruchio call Kate a slow-winged turtle?
Why does Petruchio think he'll get Kate to agree?
Why does Petruchio think he'll get Kate to agree?
What information does Katherine hope to gain by tying Bianca's hands?
What information does Katherine hope to gain by tying Bianca's hands?
What type of language does Petruchio use to describe Katherine during discussion with Baptista?
What type of language does Petruchio use to describe Katherine during discussion with Baptista?
What names do Hortensio and Lucentio assume?
What names do Hortensio and Lucentio assume?
What character does Tranio assume?
What character does Tranio assume?
Summarize the content of Petruchio and Baptista's conversation.
Summarize the content of Petruchio and Baptista's conversation.
How is Hortensio injured?
How is Hortensio injured?
How do Katherine and Petruchio get along when they first meet?
How do Katherine and Petruchio get along when they first meet?
What does Petruchio claim about his and Katherine's interaction?
What does Petruchio claim about his and Katherine's interaction?
What are Tranio, Gremio, and Baptista discussing at the end of Act II?
What are Tranio, Gremio, and Baptista discussing at the end of Act II?
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Study Notes
Katherine and Bianca's Conflict
- Katherine physically assaults Bianca by tying her up and dragging her like a slave, demonstrating their hostile relationship.
- Katherine desires to know which of Bianca's suitors she loves best, indicating her jealousy and competitive feelings.
Bianca's Perspective
- Bianca perceives Katherine's curiosity as envy, thinking Katherine desires either Hortensio or Gremio for herself.
- Katherine's aggression stems from resentment towards their father, Baptista, who favors Bianca.
Petruchio’s Courtship Strategy
- Petruchio describes Katherine in flattering, contradictory terms to Baptista, portraying her as beautiful and intelligent while masking her rude demeanor.
- Baptista permits Petruchio and Lucentio to tutor Katherine and Bianca, assigning specific subjects to each.
Petruchio’s Ambition
- Petruchio seeks to marry Katherine for her dowry of 20,000 crowns and half of Baptista's estates. He emphasizes his wealth but also claims to love her.
- He believes he possesses superior qualities that will lead Katherine to submit to him, viewing the challenge as a sport.
Katherine's Resistance
- Katherine reacts violently to Hortensio disguised as a music tutor, smashing the lute and injuring him, showcasing her defiance.
- This behavior intrigues Petruchio, who appreciates the challenge and wishes to impress Baptista.
Taming Katherine
- Petruchio plans to win over Katherine through exaggerated compliments and kindness, highlighting his strategy to dominate her will.
- Throughout their interactions, he consistently uses the name "Kate" despite her protests, asserting his dominance.
Interactions with Other Suitors
- Tranio (disguised as Lucentio) argues he is the better suit for Bianca, claiming greater wealth and land compared to Gremio.
- Gremio hints at a persistent desire to marry Bianca, revealing his sly nature despite apparent rejection.
The Need for Lucentio's Father
- Tranio must find a suitable person to impersonate Lucentio's father, Vincentio, to validate his claim for marrying Bianca, complicating his plans.
Petruchio’s Reaction to Violence
- When Katherine hits Petruchio, he responds with a willingness to hit back, unlike others who cower from her aggression, suggesting he is not intimidated.
- Katherine dismisses Petruchio as a fool for underestimating her strength and character.
Familial Dynamics and Marital Arrangements
- Baptista bases Bianca's marriage on financial considerations, complicating the relationships between the suitors as they vie for her attention.
- The eventual marriage to be discussed at the end of Act II involves Baptista agreeing to marry Bianca to the richest suitor, which influences Tranio's perseverance.
Concluding Discussions
- As Act II wraps up, the suitors, particularly Tranio and Gremio, engage with Baptista about the best match for Bianca, leading to a decision favoring wealth over other factors.
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