Intro - The Taming of a Shrew

What are some of the reasons a woman might be shrewish?

The play is set where?

What are players?

Was this a common topic in Renaissance England?

What topic was a favorite for Shakespeare's audiences?

What is a foil?

A shrew is a _____________ mammal known for its ugly temper.

What kinds of historical documents tell us shews were a real concern?

Who wrote "The Taming of the Shrew"?

What is another term for a shrew?