The Taming of the Shrew 1.1 Interview: Hortensio and Gremio

The video explores the dynamics of marriage in Padua, focusing on two suitors, Hortensio and Gremio, who wish to marry Bianca, the daughter of a wealthy businessman, Baptista Minola. However, they face a challenge as Baptista insists that his elder daughter, Katarina, must marry first. The suitors discuss the customs of marriage, the importance of wealth, and the difficulties posed by Katarina's strong personality. They eventually agree to work together to find a suitor for Katarina, hoping it will allow them to pursue Bianca.

Who are the two prominent men introduced in the city of Padua?

• Senor Hortencio and Senor Grimeo

• Baptista Minola and Senor Grimeo

• Senor Hortencio and Baptista Minola

• Bianca and Katarina

What is considered a key factor in marriage arrangements in Padua?

• Love and affection

• Wealth and alliances

• Age and beauty

• Education and status

How does Senor Grimeo feel about his age being mentioned?

• He is offended

• He finds it amusing

• He is indifferent

• He is proud of it

Who are Baptista Minola's daughters?

• Bianca and Katarina

• Grimeo and Hortencio

• Katarina and Sophia

• Sophia and Bianca

What condition does Baptista set for Bianca's suitors?

• They must be wealthy

• They must be from Padua

• Katarina must marry first

• They must be educated

What does Katarina think of her father's marriage plan?

• She is indifferent

• She supports it

• She opposes it

• She is excited

What is the suitors' opinion of Katarina?

• They think she is too harsh

• They admire her intelligence

• They are indifferent to her

• They find her charming

What is the suitors' plan to win Bianca's hand?

• To elope with Bianca

• To find a schoolmaster for Bianca

• To find a husband for Katarina

• To impress Baptista with wealth

What does the phrase 'our cake is dough' imply?

• Success in their endeavors

• A delicious cake

• Failure in wooing Bianca

• A new beginning

What does Senor Hortencio suggest about finding a husband for Katarina?

• It is impossible

• It is unnecessary

• It will require a devil

• It will be easy