"Oftentimes people are surprised at Kate's speech (some even claim it sours an otherwise good play), but upon closer inspection it appears clear that her speech is in no way a concession; rather, it carries a much stronger message and brings the play to a clever resolution. Shakespeare gives us ample suggestions that audiences should not take Kate's soliloquy at face value but instead should look beyond the literal to the deeper meaning this passage contains. One of the first clues that Shakespeare intends Kate's speech not be taken literally is that the soliloquy comes in the context of entertainment. Although Kate appears to speak earnestly, we must remember that she is playing a role in a game." (Cliff Notes).

Do you agree with this? Is Kate tamed or is she acting? What words or expressions convince you?