Emma: Key Characters and Relationships
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According to the narrator, what were the two evils of Emma's situation?

She thinks too well of herself. She has too much her own way.

What happened to Miss Taylor at the beginning of chapter 1?

She married Mr.Weston that morning and is moving a half mile away.

How long has Miss Taylor been Emma's governess?

16 years

Why isn't Mr.Woodhouse an ideal companion for Emma?

<p>He acts much older than he really is. He wasn't known for his talents. He is a valetudinarian all his life. There is a large gap in their ages since he married later in life.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is Emma in danger of suffering from intellectual solitude?

<p>Her father cannot meet her in conversation, rational or playful. She has no equals in Highbury, the nearest town. She won't see her sister again until Christmas, which is two months away.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean when the narrator describes the Woodhouses as 'first in consequence' in Highbury?

<p>They are the highest ranked family.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is the only person who can see faults in Emma and is willing to tell her?

<p>Mr.Knightley</p> Signup and view all the answers

Mr.Knightley begs Emma not to make any more matches when she claims to have made the match between Miss Taylor and Mr.Weston.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is described as a handsome, clever, rich twenty-one-year-old who is the youngest of two daughters?

<p>Miss. Emma Woodhouse</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is Miss Taylor/Mrs.Weston described?

<p>A mild-tempered woman who is more of a friend than a governess to the Woodhouse family.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe Mr.Weston.

<p>A man of unexceptionable character, easy fortune, suitable age, and easy manners who recently married Miss Taylor.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is Mr.Woodhouse characterized?

<p>A nervous man who is easily depressed. He is fond of everyone he is used to and hates change of any kind.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is Mr.Knightley?

<p>A sensible thirty-seven or thirty-eight-year-old friend who lives about a mile from Highbury.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is Emma's older sister who now lives in London?

<p>Isabella</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is described as a pretty young man who lives in Highbury and whom Emma intends to help find a wife?

<p>Mr.Elton</p> Signup and view all the answers

What have we learned about Mr.Weston's background?

<p>He married a Miss Churchill from a great Yorkshire family who did not approve of her choice. He was a native of Highbury. After twenty years, he purchased a small estate next to Highbury.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Mr.Weston sees his son, Mr.Frank Churchill, quite often.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the character ______ to her description: A very old lady who is the widow of a former vicar.

<p>Mrs.Bates</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the character ______ to her description: A very popular woman despite not being young, handsome, rich, nor married; she was a great talker.

<p>Miss Bates</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the character ______ to her description: The mistress of a highly reputed girls boarding-school.

<p>Mrs.Goddard</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do we learn about Harriet Smith in Chapter 3?

<p>She is friends with the Martin family, who rent a farm from Mr.Knightley. She is pretty and sweet. She was a student at Mrs.Goddard's school and now is a boarder there.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Emma decides that she will improve Miss Smith by detaching her from bad acquaintances and introducing her to good society.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is true of Emma's relationship with Harriet?

<p>Emma is interested in learning who Harriet's parents are, but no one knows. She and Emma often go walking.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Emma encourages Harriet to pursue Mr.Robert Martin, a farmer.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who expresses concerns about Emma's intimacy with Harriet Smith?

<p>Mr.Knightley</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Mr.Knightley's view on Harriet Smith as a friend for Emma?

<p>He questions Harriet's suitability as Emma's friend due to her lack of superiority.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Mr.Knightley think of Emma's reading habits?

<p>He believes she will never submit to anything requiring industry and patience.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Mr.Knightley say about Emma's cleverness and its effects on her family?

<p>She is spoiled by being the cleverest of her family.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Mr.Knightley admit about Emma?

<p>He acknowledges her being pretty.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Mr.Knightley assert about Emma's character?

<p>She has qualities which may be trusted; she will never lead anyone really wrong.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Mr.Knightley wish to see concerning Emma?

<p>He would like to see Emma in love and in some doubt of a return; it would do her good.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Mr.Woodhouse's objection to Emma's painting of Harriet?

<p>He says she should have drawn a shawl on her because she will catch cold.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who volunteers to take Emma's painting of Harriet to London to have it framed?

<p>Mr.Elton</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the Woodhouses to their home.

<p>Hartfield</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match Mr.and Mrs.Weston to their home.

<p>Randall</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match Isabella (Woodhouse) Knightley to her home.

<p>Brunswick Square</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the Churchills to their home.

<p>Enscombe</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match Mr.Knightley to his home.

<p>Donwell Abbey</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the Martins to their home.

<p>Abbey-Mill Farm</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match Harriet Smith to her home.

<p>Mrs.Goddard's boarding school</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Key Characters and Relationships

  • Emma Woodhouse: Young, clever, and wealthy. Raised by her father and a governess.
  • Mr. Woodhouse: Emma's father, anxious and old-fashioned, unable to engage intellectually with Emma.
  • Miss Taylor/Mrs. Weston: Former governess to Emma; married Mr. Weston, marking a significant change in Emma's life.
  • Mr. Weston: A pleasant man of good character; formerly a captain in the militia, now a tradesman and local gentleman.
  • Mr. Knightley: Emma’s older friend; often points out her flaws and seeks to guide her.
  • Harriet Smith: A young woman of unknown parentage, close to Emma; Emma wishes to elevate her social standing.
  • Mr. Elton: A young man in Highbury whom Emma intends to introduce as a suitor for Harriet.

Plot Developments

  • Miss Taylor's Marriage: Emma and Mr. Woodhouse mourn the marriage of Miss Taylor to Mr. Weston, seeing it as a loss due to their close relationship.
  • Intellectual Solitude: Emma faces potential intellectual isolation as her father's conversational capabilities are limited; she lacks peers.
  • Social Dynamics: The Woodhouses hold a prestigious position in Highbury, but Emma's social circle is limited.

Important Themes

  • Class and Society: Emphasis on family rank and connections within Highbury society affects character interactions.
  • Friendship and Influence: Emma's desire to improve Harriet's social standing highlights the importance placed on social connections and matchmaking.
  • Self-Reflection: Mr. Knightley serves as a moral compass, encouraging Emma to recognize her faults and grow personally.

Character Insights

  • Mr. Knightley's Perspective: He critiques their friendship and worries about its implications for Harriet's character formation.
  • Mr. Woodhouse's Concerns: He is overly protective, fearing for Harriet's health when Emma paints her without a shawl.
  • Emma's Role: While Emma aims to uplift Harriet, she often misjudges people’s worth based on her own biases.

Settings

  • Hartfield: The Woodhouse residence, central to the story's personal dynamics.
  • Randalls: Home of Mr. and Mrs. Weston, representing a new social circle for Emma.
  • Donwell Abbey: Mr. Knightley's estate, representing stability and tradition amidst Emma's uncertainties.

Quotes Reflecting Character Development

  • About Emma's Nature: Mr. Knightley points out Emma’s cleverness but warns about her lack of humble inquiry into her own faults.
  • On Professional Relationships: Mrs. Weston expresses caution about Harriet’s relationship with Emma, emphasizing the educational potential of their friendship.

Emotional Dynamics

  • Emma's Intentions: Her desire to connect Harriet with Mr. Elton reflects her naivety and urge to play matchmaker, which may have unintended consequences.
  • Contrast in Perspectives: Mr. Knightley challenges Emma’s views and decisions, providing a counterbalance to her often misguided confidence.

Miscellaneous Facts

  • Historical Context: Miss Taylor’s background reflects social mobility challenges in 19th-century England.
  • Society of Highbury: Character interactions highlight the strict social structures and the importance of reputation and status within the community.

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Explore the key characters and their relationships in Jane Austen's novel 'Emma'. This quiz covers the dynamics between Emma Woodhouse, her father Mr. Woodhouse, and her close friends like Mr. Knightley and Harriet Smith. Delve into how these characters shape the storyline and Emma's development throughout the book.

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