Using specific examples from the play, in what ways do the women counter the oppression from these expectations? Which strategies do you find to be most effective in the context of this particular story?

Oppression by their suitors? Their father?

In terms of their reactions, Kate learns to ignore the way she is treated and use it to her own advantage. Bianca on the other hand was only able to pretend long enough to catch a husband. After that, it was war.