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1. In the beginning Petruchio wanted Kate because:

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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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Taming Of The Shrew Quiz Questions! - 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... see moredeveloped to test your knowledge about the comprehension of the play. So, let's try out the quiz. All the best! see less

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2. Baptista favors which daughter most?

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She is soft-spoken, sweet, and unassuming. - Undoubtedly Kate's character foil.

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3. Who is Katherine the Cursed's father?

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Katherine the Cursed's father is Baptista.

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4. Who were the three suitors of Bianca?

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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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5. Where are the two main places that the play takes place?

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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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6. Three of the suitors get married. Who does NOT get married?

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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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7. Which servant does Lucentio disguise himself as?

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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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8. What instrument does Kate break over Hortensio's pate?

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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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9. What is Lucentio's father's name?

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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?

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11. "My how goodly and brightly shines the moon!" Petruchio says this to Kate. What is her answer?

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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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In the beginning Petruchio wanted Kate because:
Baptista favors which daughter most?
Who is Katherine the Cursed's father?
Who were the three suitors of Bianca?
Where are the two main places that the play takes place?
Three of the suitors get married. Who does NOT get married?
Which servant does Lucentio disguise himself as?
What instrument does Kate break over Hortensio's pate?
What is Lucentio's father's name?
Which one do you like?
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