Questions and Answers
What significant event happens in Chapter 1?
Who comforts and befriends Fanny in Chapter 2?
Edmund
In Chapter 3, RMN dies, and Sir Thomas goes to Antigua.
True
In Chapter 4, Fanny is LB's __________.
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What activity do the characters plan in Chapter 6?
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Who jumps over the gate in Chapter 10?
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What does Mr. Rushworth do in Chapter 4?
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In Chapter 15, who voices objections to the play?
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What does Fanny decide regarding the necklace from Henry in Chapter 27?
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Fanny is happy with her home life in Chapter 39.
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Match the chapters to their key events:
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Study Notes
Chapter 1
- Maria Ward marries wealthy Sir Thomas Bertram; Frances Price marries Lieutenant Price, causing estrangement among sisters.
- Mansfield Park (MP) seeks financial help from Maria, who suggests inviting a Price child to live there; Fanny Price is chosen.
Chapter 2
- Fanny arrives at MP, where she finds comfort in Edmund Bertram's friendship.
- Maria and Julia tease Fanny for her lack of education, highlighting Tom and Edmund's differing personalities.
Chapter 3
- Rev. Mr. Norris passes away; due to Tom's extravagant spending, the Parsonage is leased to Dr. Grant.
- Fanny faces the prospect of living with her Aunt Norris; Sir Thomas travels to Antigua with Tom.
Chapter 4
- Fanny becomes companion to Lady Bertram; Edmund gives her a horse after hers dies.
- Maria gets engaged to Mr. Rushworth; Henry and Mary Crawford, Mrs. Grant's siblings, arrive.
Chapter 5
- The Crawfords and Bertrams meet; Maria and Julia are attracted to Henry while considering Tom for marriage.
- Discussions arise regarding Fanny's lower social status.
Chapter 6
- The Crawfords discuss improvements to Sotherton; Maria’s harp delivery from London is anticipated.
- A visit to Sotherton is planned.
Chapter 7
- Fanny and Edmund discuss the Crawfords; Fanny lends her horse to Maria.
- Fanny suffers from inactivity and heat; Edmund feels guilty for neglecting her.
Chapter 8
- The visit to Sotherton is set, with Fanny included.
- Julia competes with Maria to sit near Henry, while Maria finds consolation in her future role as Sotherton's mistress.
Chapter 9
- Fanny and Edmund have discussions about Sotherton's chapel; Henry learns of Edmund’s ordination.
- Fanny rests in the wilderness during the visit, creating a dynamic among attendees.
Chapter 10
- Fanny, Maria, and Mr. Rushworth join to explore Sotherton.
- An adventurous escapade occurs involving jumping over an iron gate, culminating in the group returning to MP.
Chapter 11
- Sir Thomas is set to return; Edmund and Maria disagree about his ordination.
- Edmund and Fanny share contemplative moments but he feels drawn back to Maria.
Chapter 12
- Tom returns to MP; Henry visits Everingham but soon returns, leading to an unexpected ball.
Chapter 13
- John Yates proposes amateur theatricals; Tom supports the plan despite dissent from Edmund and Fanny.
Chapter 14
- “Lover’s Vows” is suggested for the play; Maria competes for the role of Agatha opposite Henry and wins.
- Fanny is shocked by the play’s content.
Chapter 15
- Mr. Rushworth joins the cast; Edmund objects to the play's morality.
- Maria tries to persuade Edmund to participate, while Fanny refuses to act.
Chapter 16
- Fanny faces distress over her refusal to join the play and retreats to the East room.
- Edmund decides to accept the role of Anhalt, deepening Fanny’s isolation.
Chapter 17
- Edmund's behavior shifts due to jealousy towards Maria, leaving Fanny isolated by Edmund’s moral decision.
Chapter 18
- Preparations for the play escalate; Fanny becomes integral to the production.
- The first full rehearsal is interrupted by Mrs. Grant’s illness and Sir Thomas’s unexpected return.
Chapter 19
- The group meets Sir Thomas, who halts the play upon finding them rehearsing.
- Henry and the Crawfords depart, impacting the dynamics in the house.
Chapter 20
- Edmund apologizes for the play’s involvement, urging Fanny not to feel blame.
- Sir Thomas criticizes Mrs. Norris for permitting the play, leading to its cancellation.
Chapter 21
- The household quiets after Sir Thomas’s return; Fanny feels self-conscious about compliments.
- Sir Thomas offers help to Maria regarding her engagement to Mr. Rushworth, which she pursues.
Chapter 22
- Fanny and Maria grow closer; Maria and Edmund debate his career choices.
- Mrs. Grant invites them to dine, creating further connections.
Chapter 23
- Fanny dines at the Parsonage with Henry; Maria reacts negatively to Edmund's decision regarding ordination.
Chapter 24
- Henry decides to remain longer, intent on winning Fanny’s affections; they bond over shared moments.
Chapter 25
- Sir Thomas observes Henry’s interest in Fanny; discussions at Parsonage center around improvements to Thornton Lacey.
Chapter 26
- A ball at MP is arranged; Fanny seeks to wear a cross gifted by William, while Edmund contemplates marriage with Maria.
Chapter 27
- Edmund gives Fanny a gold chain for her cross, indicating his feelings towards Mary.
- Fanny chooses to wear both the chain and Henry's necklace, symbolizing her social complexities.
Chapter 28
- Fanny impresses at the ball, despite feeling disturbed by Henry’s advances; disagreements arise between Maria and Edmund.
Chapter 29
- Edmund and William leave MP; Maria experiences jealousy regarding Edmund's interactions with Fanny.
Chapter 30
- Henry returns from London, revealing intentions to propose to Fanny.
Chapter 31
- Henry professes his love for Fanny, who panics and avoids the conversation.
- Maria writes to congratulate Fanny, but she dismisses the proposal.
Chapter 32
- Sir Thomas informs Fanny of Henry’s intentions; she maintains she will not marry him.
- Sir Thomas believes Fanny may change her mind.
Chapter 33
- Henry's perseverance in courting Fanny is conveyed as Lady Bertram and Mrs. Norris are informed of the situation.
Chapter 34
- Edmund believes Fanny should accept Henry’s proposition; he reads Shakespeare's Henry V with her.
- Discussions about preaching arise between Edmund and Henry.
Chapter 35
- Edmund encourages Fanny to accept Henry’s proposal, believing they are well matched.
- Maria is distressed over Fanny's refusal, signaling deeper emotional tensions.
Chapter 36
- Maria discusses the proposal with Fanny, revealing the necklace was originally Henry's idea.
- The Crawfords prepare for their departure to London.
Chapter 37
- Fanny senses Edmund and Maria may wed; she prepares for a visit with William.
- Delays for Edmund's trip to London arise.
Chapter 38
- William's anticipated arrival is connected to naval matters, yet Fanny feels overlooked.
- The familial disarray at home leads to her disappointment in her parents.
Chapter 39
- Fanny is disheartened by her chaotic home life and longs for the stability of MP.
Chapter 40
- Maria writes to Fanny, fostering a close bond with Susan and witnessing character improvements.
Chapter 41
- Henry's sudden appearance is notable; he, Fanny, and Susan enjoy a walk together.
Chapter 42
- Henry joins the Prices for church and engages in conversation with Fanny, building their relationship.
Chapter 43
- Maria updates Fanny in letters, stating that Edmund has not yet proposed, while Susan's character continues to strengthen.
Chapter 44
- Edmund's letter reveals he did not propose to Maria in London but still plans to do so.
- Family dynamics shift with Fanny’s prolonged stay.
Chapter 45
- Fanny faces solitude as Tom's illness lingers; Edmund postpones his proposal.
Chapter 46
- Fanny learns of a scandal involving Maria and Henry through M's letter; a newspaper confirms their elopement.
Chapter 47
- Mrs. Norris is shocked by the end of Mr. Rushworth and Maria’s marriage; important details of the affair unfold.
- Edmund converses with Fanny about Maria’s situation.
Chapter 48
- Fanny finds happiness in her connection with Edmund; Sir Thomas expresses delight at their potential match.
- Following Sir Thomas's death, Fanny and Edmund move into the Parsonage, signifying a new beginning.
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