Answer: The Taming of the Shrew consists of 9 acts. Act I is an exposition of the story, introducing Petruchio as he arrives in Padua in search of a rich wife. The rising action of the story occurs when Petruchio learns about Katherine from Hortensio. Then, Petruchio asks for Baptista's consent to marry Katherine, and once they are married, Petruchio takes her to Verona to "tame" her.
The climax of the story unfolds when Katherine finally gives in and becomes submissive to her husband. The falling action is the couple returning to Padua, and the resolution of the story is Katherine's speech about the ideal relationship and wifely obedience.
