[as LITIO] For fear, I promise you, if I look pale. Here comes your father. Continue to start your free trial. But if it's my jewelry and clothes you wantuntie my hands and I'll pull them off myself, yes, everything down to my underwear. Too light for such a swain as you to catch. If I may have your daughter for my wife, I will leave her three or four houses in rich Pisa, all of them as good as anything old Sir Gremio has in Padua. His name is Litio, from Mantua. If she is silent and won't say a word, then I'll praise her for being talkative, and say that she speaks with piercing eloquence. How but well? Though little fire grows great with little wind. I am thus resolved. And may not young men die as well as old? tapestry, my ivory chests are stuffed with gold. I choose her for myself. Do get their children. I am a gentleman of Verona, sir, who has heard of your daughter's beauty and wit, her friendliness and bashful modesty, her wondrous talents and mild behavior. Along with this, she'll get two thousand gold coins a year, which is what my land earns me. I will compound this strife. I'll make sure my Katherine will be beautifully dressed. Petruchio is my name, Antonios son,A man well known throughout all Italy. Struggling with distance learning? 'Tis deeds must win the prize, and he of both That can assure my daughter greatest dower Shall have my Biancas love. A thousand thanks, Signior Gremio. 'tis a match. Ha, it's nonsense! Now I like her ten times more than I did before. On Sunday next, you know, Now, on the Sunday following, shall Bianca. Is it for him you do envy me so? Benvolio. No, come back, good Kate. It would be impossible to go any other way. You may cancel your subscription on your Subscription and Billing page or contact Customer Support at custserv@bn.com. PDF downloads of all 1699 LitCharts literature guides, and of every new one we publish. I love her ten times more than e'er I did. Really, you're too angry. You do me wrong, Sir Gremio. Enter KATHERINE and BIANCA, her hands bound. I will settle this quarrel. From the creators of SparkNotes, something better. First, as you know, my house within the city Is richly furnishd with plate and gold, Basins and ewers to lave her dainty hands; My hangings all of Tyrian tapestry, In ivory coffers I have stuffed my crowns, In cypress chests my arras counterpoints, Costly apparel, tents, and canopies, Fine linen, Turkey cushions bossed with pearl, Valance of Venice gold in needlework, Pewter and brass, and all things that belong To house or housekeeping. Analyzes how she rallies against love in act 2 scene 1: 'if he sends me no husband for which is a blessing. Oh, the kindest Kate! Are you really jealous of me because of him? And where two raging fires meet together. And thou, Hortensio, with thy loving widow, 7. Where did you memorize all this witty talk? Her silence at the end of this scene is remarkable. Next Themes Themes and Colors Key Summary Analysis It is finally time for Lucentio and Bianca's wedding banquet. When Baptista, Gremio, and Tranio enter to check on Petruchios progress, he claims that they have already agreed upon Sunday as the wedding day. Match. Nor do they wonder why Kate chooses to maintain her behavior. Is this your speeding? Read more about the theme of the effect of social rules on individual happiness. 'Tis a match. 'Tis age that nourisheth. I find you exceedingly gentle. I choose her for myself. The Taming of the Shrew Act 1, scene 2. We can see this in play in the very first exchange between Petruchio and Grumio in Act I scene 2, as Petrucio enters and asks his erstwhile servant to "knock" on the door of Hortensio's house. You're welcome here, sir, and he is too, for your sake. (as LUCENTIO] That only came well in. How but well, sir? Analyzes how shakespeare's katherina of the taming of the shrew and . Pray accept his service. But in this case of wooing. PETRUCHIO enters with HORTENSIO, disguised as a musician. That I disdain. Of that report which I so oft have heard. [To KATHERINE]For shame, you vicious creature, you devil! Please accept his service. [as LUCENTIO] Pardon me, sir, the boldness is mine own, That being a stranger in this city here Do make myself a suitor to your daughter, Unto Bianca, fair and virtuous. Now is the day we long have lookd for. Oh, you are all just beginners! Taming of the shrew is based on a king named Baptista who had two daughters named Katherina and Bianca. The Taming of The Shrew Act 2 Scene 1| Shakespeare Learning Zone Back Petruchio's Courtship Act 2 Scene 1 - Key Scene In this scene Petruchio meets Katherina for the first time and attempts to convince her that they should marry. May you be successful. A little wind will make a little fire great, but a great gust will blow the fire out. Everything else I own is of a similar high value. As before, when Baptista is present, the men ignore Kate, talking about her, not to her. Left solely heir to all his lands and goods. Taming of the Shrew: Act 2, Scene 1 The Taming of the Shrew Scenes Overview Synopsis Characters Scenes Full Play Reviews Documents The Tamer Tamed Taming of the Shrew: Act 2, Scene 1 Jump to a scene A - A + Line - Line + Short names Hide Line Numbers Padua. You are pleasant, amusing, polite, not sharp-tongued, and as sweet as springtime flowers. Feast with the best, and welcome to my house. But for these other goods Unbind my hands, Ill pull them off myself, Yea, all my raiment to my petticoat, Or what you will command me will I do, So well I know my duty to my elders. KATHERINE "He that is giddy thinks the world turns round" I pray you tell me what you meant by that. Ill plead for you myself, but you shall have him. The men view her as a shrew, but they care very little about the origins of her shrewish nature. And toward the education of your daughters. After recovering from the shock of the hasty arrangement they have just witnessed, Gremio and Tranio immediately move to the matter of Bianca, who suddenly will be available after Sunday. For the next 7 days, you'll have access to awesome PLUS stuff like AP English test prep, No Fear Shakespeare translations and audio, a note-taking tool, personalized dashboard, & much more! All Site Content Taming of the Shrew Act 2 Scene 1. Accept of him, or else you do me wrong. Calm down, gentlemen. Mistake me not. Read more about Petruchios manipulation of Kate. Truly, gentlemen, I'm now playing the part of the merchant, and I've made a desperate bargain. On the other hand, Petruchio does not respect Kate, or at least he pretends to disrespect her for the sake of the game. All I ask is that, once you know who my parents are, you make me as welcome as Bianca's other suitors, and give me the same freedom and permission as the rest. Boy, you don't know how to love like I do. Even if you tried, you couldn't frown, glare scornfully, or bite your lip as angry women do, and you take no pleasure in arguments. You lie, I swear, for you are called Kate, plain Kate, and pretty Kate, and sometimes Kate the shrew, but always Kate, the prettiest Kate in God's kingdom, Kate from Kate Hall, my delicious Katefor all delicacies are Katesand so, Kate, listen to me: having heard your modesty, virtue, and beauty praised in every town, though not as highly as you deserve, I have been moved to court you for my wife. I am a foreigner in this city, but I have come to make myself a suitor to your daughter, the fair and virtuous Bianca. TRANIO, disguised as LUCENTIO, enters with BIONDELLO, who carries a lute (stringed instrument) and books. Instant PDF downloads. whence grows this insolence? Bianca, stand aside.Poor girl, she weeps! Benvolio. Only deeds can determine the winner here. Here comes your father. And bowed her hand to teach her fingering. Say that she frown; Ill say she looks as clear As morning roses newly washed with dew. An old Italian fox is never that kind, my boy. If her temper results from her frustration with the dim-witted qualities of the men around her, one easy explanation for her acceptance of Petruchio would be that he is her equal in wit and willpower. Father, and wife, and gentlemen, adieu. Let me fret you then!" But in this case of wooing, a child will father a father, if my wits don't fail me. . Petruchio and his servant, Grumio, enter. We will have rings, and things, and fine clothes, and kiss me, Kate. Who doesn't know where a wasp wears its stinger? Gremio is outvied. If that be jest, then all the rest was so. Sir Baptista, I'm in a bit of a hurry with this business, and I can't come wooing every day. A play is staged for Slythe play that we know as The Taming of the Shrew.In the play, set in Padua, Lucentio and other suitors pursue Bianca . I will settle this quarrel. For patience she will prove a second Grissel. Good sister, wrong me not nor wrong yourself, To make a bondmaid and a slave of me. Nay, come again,Good Kate. And can't young men die as well as old men? Let us that are poor petitioners speak too. What dowry shall I have with her to wife? Petruchio enthusiastically agrees. Otherwise, you must pardon meif you should die before your father does, then what would become of all the wealth Bianca is supposed to inherit from you? Your dowry is agreed upon. I won't stand for that. who thinks that he can force his way through with enough cursing! Fathers usually father their children, not the other way around. Basins and ewers to lave her dainty hands; In ivory coffers I have stuffed my crowns. These I will assure her, And twice as much whate'er thou offerst next. Indeed, I do mean to keep myself warm, sweet Katherine, in your bed. He agrees also to present Hortensio, in disguise, to Baptista as a music teacher named Litio. Sirrah young gamester, your father were a fool To give thee all and in his waning age Set foot under thy table. I think I'll be able to do my master good. Asses are meant for bearing, and so are you. With gentle conference, soft and affable. May I be so bold as to ask about your reason for coming here? Whereas Hortensio and Gremio make it very clear when they are put off by Kates sharpness, Petruchio amiably covers it up with praise: For shes not froward, but modest as the dove. Want 100 or more? Oh, be thou Dian, and let her be Kate, And then let Kate be chaste and Dian sportful. I see that your name is Lucentio. Then she jumped up with impatience and said, "'Frets,' is that what you call them? Welcome, good, methinks you walk like a stranger. 'Tis bargained twixt us twain, being alone, That she shall still be curst in company. She must have a husband, dance barefoot on her wedding day and lead apes in hell. Oh, then belike you fancy riches more.You will have Gremio to keep you fair. Do make myself a suitor to your daughter, I may have welcome mongst the rest that woo. An old Italian fox is not so kind, my boy. But here she comesand now, Petruchio, speak. All my land together doesn't add up to that much!Well, from me she'll have all that, plus a merchant ship that's now docked in Marseilles harbor. Which I have bettered rather than decreased. When, with a most impatient devilish spirit, 'Frets' call you these? quoth she. So I to her and so she yields to me, For I am rough and woo not like a babe. Give me leave.. Act 2 Scene 1 Save. Shes apt to learn and thankful for good turns. We will be witnesses. The Taming of the Shrew: Act 2, Scene 1 Enter KATHARINA and BIANCA. If she rants and scolds, I'll tell her that she sings as sweetly as a nightingale. A room in Baptista Minola's house. Your dowry is agreed upon, and whether you want it or not, I will marry you. And with that she struck me on the head, so that my head went right through the lute. your father has consented that you will be my wife. Come, come, my little wasp. Then let Kate be the chaste one, while Diana is my love. Thou canst not frown, thou canst not look askance, Nor bite the lip as angry wenches will, Nor hast thou pleasure to be cross in talk. To express my own gratitude, Iwho am more indebted to you than anyoneoffer you the services of this young scholar. Oh, pardon me, Signior Gremio, I would fain be doing. As on a pillory, looking through the lute. O, how I long to have some chat with her! An old Italian fox is never that kind, my boy. Lucentio's marriage to Bianca is prompted by his idealized love of an apparently ideal woman. Test. Let me go. But enough chatter. [As LUCENTIO]But in ladies' eyes, it's youth that flourishes. Sir, listen to me: I am my father's heir and only son. She says to Baptista: She [Bianca] is your treasure, she must have a husband. Oh slow-winged turtledove, will you let a buzzard catch you? Or I'll do anything else you command me to do, for I know that it is my duty is to obey my elders. And with that word she struck me on the head. Well, go with me and be not so discomfited. The Taming of the Shrew was first published in the 1623 First Folio, and that text is generally the source for subsequent editions. Sirrah young gamester, your father were a fool. Sunday comes apace. I speak but as I find.Whence are you, sir? All I ask is that, once you know who my parents are, you make me as welcome as Bianca's other suitors, and give me the same freedom and permission as the rest. You crow too like a craven. Kate is like a hazel-twig, straight and slender, her hair is as brown as hazelnuts, and she herself is sweeter than the hazelnut kernels. Be patient, gentlemen. We'll go for a little walk in the garden, and then to dinner. Go about it with more ceremony. What, you can't even stand my presence? Brother Petruchio, sister Katherina, 6. Yet I have faced it with a card of ten. Of all thy suitors here I charge thee tell. Oh, put me in your good books! Gremio has been outbid. I'm also aware of your firm decision that your eldest daughter must marry first. Was ever a match agreed upon so suddenly? Refine any search. Tranio, confident of his ability to play the part of Lucentio, believes he can produce Lucentios father as well. Purchasing Ay, to the proof, as mountains are for winds,That shakes not, though they blow perpetually. Ay, when the special thing is well obtained,That is, her love, for that is all in all. Go do some sewing, and don't talk to her. First, as you know, my house in the city, which is richly furnished with gold and china, and basins and jugs for her to wash her dainty hands. for a group? Come, come, you wasp. What a slanderous world! And, to pay the price of my admission to your hospitality, I here present you with a servant of mine. His name is Cambio. His name is Cambio. Six score fat oxen standing in my stalls. So much for our hopes of freeing Bianca. Where are you from, sir? It may be that marriage represents a new beginning for Kate, a chance to take on a new social role and possibly find a more satisfying way to integrate herself into her surroundings. You must be jokingand now I can see that you've been joking with me this whole time. Well have you heard, but something hard of hearing. Instead you entertain your suitors with mild and gentle conversation, and are quiet and friendly. 'Twas told me you were rough and coy and sullen. [To PETRUCHIO] You are too blunt. So tell me, Sir Gremio, what can you offer her? A mighty man of Pisa. Ay, when the special thing is well obtained. I'm off to Venice. Baptista says that whichever of the suitors can best ensure that Bianca will be provided for when she is a widowin other words, whichever has the greatest wealthmay have her hand. And, for your love to her, lead apes in hell. You don't limp at all! If you should die before him, wheres her dower? But now, Baptista, to your younger daughter. Teach your students to analyze literature like LitCharts does. KATHARINA. Thanks for creating a SparkNotes account! Than three great argosies, besides two galliasses. Abrasive as always, Katherine tears into Petruchio from the moment he sets foot in her room. Tut, a toy! Welcome, good Cambio. I tell you, it's incredible how much she loves me, though. The Taming of the Shrew Act 2, scene 1 Synopsis: Baptista stops Katherine from abusing Bianca and receives a visit from Petruchio, who presents Hortensio (disguised as Litio, a music teacher); Gremio introduces Lucentio (disguised as Cambio, a teacher of languages). His name is Litio, born in Mantua. The original text plus a side-by-side modern translation of. Thou dost not halt. Instead you entertain your suitors with mild and gentle conversation, and are quiet and friendly. fine linen, Turkish cushions embossed with pearl, gold Venetian draperies, pewter and brass, and everything else you could want for a house or housekeeping. The servant exits with LUCENTIO and HORTENSIO, followed by BIONDELLO. Here, Kate appears to be frustrated by the fact that her biological clock is ticking, but she finds herself caught in a vicious circle: she hates the suitors because they do not want to marry her, and men will not marry her because she makes it so obvious that she hates them. Then tell me, if I get your daughters love, What dowry shall I have with her to wife? Not for bearing the likes of you, if you're talking about me. I swear I'll even plead with him on your behalf. The Taming of the Shrew Act II, scene i Summary & Analysis | SparkNotes Start your 7-day FREE trial now! Katherine has tied Biancas hands together and is trying to beat her sister because Bianca will not tell her which of the suitors she prefers. By Saint George, I probably am too young for you. You are very welcome, sir. and you take the set of books. What, have I pinched you, Signior Gremio? I'll be well-armed against them, like a mountain in the wind. Than words can witness or your thoughts can guess. Provide the feast, father, and bid the guests. And to conclude, we have 'greed so well together. Fathers commonly Do get their children. She can't have more than all I have. Tranio gives a lute and Latin books to woo Bianca; Katherina breaks a lute over Hortensio's head. You lie, in faith, for you are called plain Kate, And bonny Kate, and sometimes Kate the curst, But Kate, the prettiest Kate in Christendom, Kate of Kate Hall, my super-dainty Kate For dainties are all Kates and therefore, Kate, Take this of me, Kate of my consolation: Hearing thy mildness praised in every town, Thy virtues spoke of, and thy beauty sounded Yet not so deeply as to thee belongs Myself am moved to woo thee for my wife. LitCharts Teacher Editions. Say that she rail; why then Ill tell her plain, Say that she frown; Ill say she looks as clear. Oh, you are all just beginners! Well mayst thou woo, and happy be thy speed.But be thou armed for some unhappy words. Let him that moved you hither, Remove you hence. [To TRANIO, disguised as LUCENTIO]But, gentle sir, you seem to be a foreigner. And twangling Jack; with twenty such vile terms. No, don't misunderstand meI'm just stating the facts. Indeed, I do mean to keep myself warm, sweet Katherine, in your bed. Talk not to me. [As LUCENTIO]Old graybeard, your love has frozen over. Faith, gentlemen, now I play a merchants part,And venture madly on a desperate mart. By report I know him well. That is everything. Ill fume with. Even if it keeps blowing forever, the mountain never shakes. You knew my father well, and in him me, Left solely heir to all his lands and goods, Which I have bettered rather than decreased. Love and marriage are the concerns of Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew. Now, Kate, I'm the only husband for you. Exit Servant with LUCENTIO and HORTENSIO, BIONDELLO following. The Taming of the Shrew: Act 2, Scene 1 Summary & Analysis New! We will have rings, and things, and fine clothes, and kiss me, Kate. But as for my daughter Katherine, this much I know: she won't meet your expectationsand that's a pity for me. Renew your subscription to regain access to all of our exclusive, ad-free study tools. Oh, the kindest Kate!
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