Homework: Tuesday, January 23rd

For homework tonight, please finish reading the Induction of The Taming of the Shrew.

As you read, please annotate for evidence that reveals information regarding social expectations of the time period in which the play takes place. Pay particular attention to gender, marriage, and social class expectations. As you read, find evidence that will help you make conjectures about the following questions:

· What were the social expectations of this time?
· How flexible were the social expectations of this time?
· What do you think Shakespeare was using the induction to say about social expectations of this time?