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The Taming of the Shrew

by William Shakespeare

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The Taming of the Shrew

The key scenes in Act 4 of The Taming of the Shrew are significant because they showcase Petruchio's controversial methods of taming Katherine. This act emphasizes the transformation of Katherine's...

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The Taming of the Shrew

Kate's willingness to capitulate and obey Petruchio is a key step in their play-acting marriage. She must join him wholeheartedly in their game before he will take her seriously as his wife, and...

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