The Taming of the Shrew 1.2 Performance: Hortensio, Lines 267-270

The transcript discusses the responsibilities of a suitor, emphasizing the need to gratify a gentleman to whom everyone is indebted. It highlights the social obligations and expectations placed on individuals in such roles.

What role does the speaker assign to the listener at the beginning?

• A suitor

• A friend

• A mentor

• A rival

What action does the speaker suggest the listener should take towards the gentleman?

• Avoid him

• Gratify him

• Challenge him

• Ignore him

What is the implied relationship between the listener and the gentleman?

• They are competitors

• The listener owes gratitude

• The listener is superior

• They are strangers

How does the speaker describe the general feeling towards the gentleman?

• Indebtedness

• Gratitude

• Indifference

• Hostility

What is the overall tone of the speaker's message?

• Demanding

• Indifferent

• Advisory

• Apologetic