The Taming of the Shrew 1.2 Performance: Petruchio and Grumio, Lines 1-20

The transcript depicts a scene where the speaker plans to visit friends in Padua, particularly Hortensio. The speaker instructs Grumio to knock on Hortensio's door, but Grumio hesitates and questions the necessity. The master's quarrelsome nature is revealed as he insists on knocking, leading to Grumio's defiance and reluctance to comply.

What is the main reason the speaker is visiting Padua?

• To attend a festival

• To attend a business meeting

• To see his friends

• To explore the city

Who is the speaker's best beloved and approved friend?

• Villain

• Sierra

• Hortensio

• Grumio

What does the speaker ask Grumio to do at the house?

• Sing a song

• Knock on the door

• Ring a bell

• Call for help

How does Grumio respond to the speaker's request to knock?

• He questions why he should knock

• He laughs and walks away

• He refuses to knock

• He immediately knocks

What does the speaker threaten to do if Grumio does not knock?

• Leave him behind

• Knock him instead

• Sing loudly

• Call the police