The Taming of the Shrew

Why does Kate acquiesce to the marriage?

Scene one Act 2

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After Petruchio lies, Kate becomes quiet and thoughful. She realizes that people are most likely going to believe that she accepted his proposal privately, no matter how she behaves publicly, Thus, two things are possible...... she's tired of fighting or she really wants to marry him.

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The Taming of the Shrew