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Baptista favors which daughter most?
- Biondello
- Bianca
- Neither
- Katherine
- Tranio

About This Quiz

The Taming of the Shrew is a comedy play written by William Shakespeare. This play is about a drunkard, named Christopher suffering from amnesia, who is manipulated by a nobleman making him believe that Christopher is a Nobleman and the volatile courtship between Katharina and Petruchio. This quiz has been developed to test your knowledge about the comprehension of the See moreplay. So, let's try out the quiz. All the best!

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Which servant does Lucentio disguise himself as?
- Baptista
- Gremio
- Grumio
- Biondello
- Tranio
Correct Answer

A. Tranio

Explanation

In order to get closer to the fair Bianca, Lucentio disguises himself as a tutor, while Tranio plays the role of Lucentio.

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3.

In the beginning Petruchio wanted Kate because:
- She was very lady-like and mannered.
- She had a radiant beauty.
- He wanted to have Bianca.
- He wanted the money.
- He was curious.
Correct Answer

A. He wanted the money.

Explanation

Petruchio wanted Kate because he was motivated by money. This can be inferred from the fact that Petruchio's main goal in marrying Kate was to obtain her dowry, which was a substantial sum of money. This is evident in the play "The Taming of the Shrew" when Petruchio expresses his desire for Kate's wealth and even goes to great lengths to "tame" her in order to secure the financial benefits of their marriage.

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Who were the three suitors of Bianca?
- Biondello, Tranio, Petruchio
- Lucentio, Petruchio, Gremio
- Lucentio, Biondello, Grumio
- Lucentio, Hortensio, Gremio
- Christopher Sly, Lucentio, Hortensio
Correct Answer

A. Lucentio, Hortensio, Gremio

Explanation

The correct answer is Lucentio, Hortensio, Gremio. In the play "The Taming of the Shrew" by William Shakespeare, Bianca is a young woman who has three suitors. Lucentio disguises himself as a tutor named Cambio to win Bianca's love. Hortensio disguises himself as a music teacher named Litio to also pursue Bianca. Gremio is an elderly suitor who competes with Lucentio and Hortensio for Bianca's hand in marriage.

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Where are the two main places that the play takes place?
- Egypt, Spain
- Spain, France
- Verona, Spain
- Verona, Padua
- Padua, France
Correct Answer

A. Verona, Padua

Explanation

The play takes place in two main locations: Verona and Padua. These are both cities in Italy. Verona is the primary setting of the play, where most of the events occur, including the famous love story between Romeo and Juliet. Padua is another city mentioned in the play, where some of the characters, such as Petruchio, come from. These two cities play a significant role in the plot and provide the backdrop for the unfolding drama.

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Who is Katherine the Cursed's father?
- Baptista
- Grumio
- Hortensio
- Lucentio
Correct Answer

A. Baptista

Explanation

Katherine the Cursed's father is Baptista.

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7.

What instrument does Kate break over Hortensio's pate?
- Flute
- Guitar
- Violin
- Lute
Correct Answer

A. Lute

Explanation

In the play "The Taming of the Shrew" by William Shakespeare, Kate breaks a lute over Hortensio's head. A lute is a stringed instrument similar to a guitar, but with a different shape and sound. This act of breaking the lute symbolizes Kate's frustration and anger towards Hortensio, possibly due to his attempts to woo her or his involvement in the plot to tame her. It also adds a comedic element to the scene, showcasing Kate's fiery and rebellious nature.

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Three of the suitors get married. Who does NOT get married?
- Hortensio
- Gremio
- Petruchio
- Lucentio
Correct Answer

A. Gremio

Explanation

Gremio does not get married because the question states that three of the suitors get married, implying that one of them does not. Since the other three suitors (Hortensio, Petruchio, and Lucentio) are mentioned without any indication that they do not get married, it can be inferred that Gremio is the one who does not get married.

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What is Lucentio's father's name?
- Grumio
- Vincentio
- Tranio
- Baptista
Correct Answer

A. Vincentio

Explanation

Lucentio's father's name is Vincentio. This can be inferred from the question which asks for Lucentio's father's name. The other options, Grumio, Tranio, and Baptista, are not related to Lucentio's father.

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10.

Which one do you like?
- Option 1
- Option 2
- Option 3
- Option 4
Correct Answer

A. Option 1
11.

"My how goodly and brightly shines the moon!" Petruchio says this to Kate. What is her answer?
- Ay, quite goodly and brightly my love!
- There is no moon tonight!
- The moon? The sun!
- That is not moon, but sun!
Correct Answer

A. The moon? The sun!

Explanation

In response to Petruchio's statement about the moon shining brightly, Kate replies with "The moon? The sun!" This suggests that Kate is either mocking Petruchio's statement or playfully contradicting him by saying that it is not the moon shining, but rather the sun. This response could be interpreted as Kate's attempt to challenge and engage in witty banter with Petruchio.

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