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Why is Kate a shrew in Taming of the Shrew?

Widely reputed throughout Padua to be a shrew, Katherine is foul-tempered and sharp-tongued at the start of the play. She may act like a shrew because she is miserable and desperate.

What is the climax of Taming of the Shrew?

The climax occurs in Act IV, Scene 5 when Katherine’s tamed personality is clearly revealed for the first time. On the way to Padua for a visit with Baptista, Katherine docilely agrees with everything her husband says. When Petruchio calls the sun the moon, Katherine agrees with him and calls it the moon.

How does Petruchio prevent Kate from eating after their marriage?

How does Petruchio prevent Kate from eating after their marriage? He tells her she is too fat. He says that the food is not good enough for her. He simply forbids her.

Who was late for Katherine and Petruchio wedding?

1) Petruchio is late for his own wedding, and he turns up outrageously dressed long after the allotted time.

What reason does Petruchio give for rejecting the cap?

What reason does Petruchio give for rejecting the cap? First he says it is lewd, filthy, and to small; but then he claims that Kate is not gentle enough to wear it.

How does lucentio pacify the two angry fathers after his wedding?

Which of the following characters does not chide Petruchio for marrying Kate during the wedding feast? How does Lucentio pacify the two angry fathers after his wedding? confessing his deception. Back in Padua, who recognizes Vincentio and “goes white” upon seeing him?

What is tranio’s plan for lucentio?

What is Tranio’s plan for Lucentio? What metamorphosis does this involve? Tranio gives all kind of advice that is key to the play. He is also indulgent and agrees to traipse around town pretending to be Lucentio so that the real Lucentio can run around as the tutor “Cambio” while he pursues Bianca.

What does vincentio think happened to his son?

Vincentio thought his son Lucentio was dead/murdered and Tranio had taken his place. Yes, he is at the party, and Lucentio says everyone has forgiven each other.. He pretends to be Lucentio’s Father.