The Taming of the Shrew: Act 4 Scene 4 Summary

TLDRIn Act 4 Scene 4 of The Taming of the Shrew, Tranio coaches the merchant to pose as Lucentio's father and gives consent to the wedding. The real Lucentio arrives and plans to elope with Bianca. They finally have a moment alone, but there are still obstacles to overcome.

Key insights

💍Tranio successfully convinces the merchant to pose as Lucentio's father and give consent to the wedding.

👥The real Lucentio arrives and plans to elope with Bianca, away from the watchful eye of Baptista Manola and Grêmio.

There is still a risk of their plan failing, as they are both still in disguise and an imposter stands in for Lucentio's father.

🌹Lucentio and Bianca finally have a moment alone, expressing their love for each other.

The plot is nearing its resolution, but there are still a few things to worry about in the next scene.

Q&A

How does Tranio convince the merchant to pose as Lucentio's father?

Tranio persuades the merchant by explaining the importance of gaining Baptista Manola's approval for the wedding.

What is Lucentio's plan with Bianca?

Lucentio plans to elope with Bianca, away from the watchful eyes of her father and Grêmio.

What are the risks involved in Lucentio's plan?

The risks include the fact that Lucentio and his servant are still in disguise, and an imposter stands in for Lucentio's father.

Do Lucentio and Bianca finally have a moment alone?

Yes, in this scene, Lucentio and Bianca finally have a moment alone, away from the watchful eyes of others.

Is the plot close to its resolution?

Yes, the plot is nearing its resolution, but there are still a few things to worry about in the next scene.

Timestamped Summary

00:09Tranio convinces the merchant to pose as Lucentio's father and give consent to the wedding.

00:32The real Lucentio arrives and plans to elope with Bianca.

01:04Lucentio and Bianca have a moment alone, away from the watchful eyes of Baptista Manola and Grêmio.

01:42The plot is nearing its resolution, but there are still a few things to worry about in the next scene.