1. Taming of the Shrew – Act 1, Scene 1
Under what special circumstances does Act I begin?
Where do Lucentio and Tranio arrive in the first scene, & why have they come to this town?
Whom do Lucentio and Tranio witness quarreling?
Why will Baptista not give away Bianca at present?
How does Katherina treat the suitors of Bianca?
What scheme does Hortensio concoct in order to marry Bianca?
With whom has Lucentio fallen in love?
How does Lucentio intend to woo Bianca?
What is Tranio’s role in Lucentio’s plan?
How does Sly like the play so far?
Please write the answers on your own sheet of paper. Work with your group to figure out the answers. All answers must be written using complete sentences. These questions and answers will become your study guide.