1. The taming of the shrew
He further employs the language of animal domestication by calling her a "wild Kate" that he will "tame." ... Given the role of women in society during this time period, Kate goes against and defies the supposed "natural- role, therefore she is unacceptable as a woman and regarded with disdain among her fellow peers. ... In the taming process, Petruchio uses a variety of ways to turn Kate into the supposed ideal wife. ...
- Word Count: 1693
- Approx Pages: 7
- Grade Level: High School