As you read the Induction, Act 1, and Act 2, look for literary elements used by Shakespeare to introduce the characters in The Taming of the Shrew. Show which literary elements are used and provide notes as textual evidence. Provide at least eight responses using a variety of literary elements.

Literary Element Applies to This Character Act, Scene and lines Analysis of the Element

EXAMPLE:

Foreshadowing Katharina

Act 1, Scene 1

BAPTISTA: "Gentlemen, importune me no farther,

For how I firmly am resolved you know;

That is, not bestow my youngest daughter

Before I have a husband for the elder:

If either of you both love Katharina,

Because I know you well and love you well,

Leave shall you have to court her at your pleasure."

8 examples of different characters introducting them