Pride and Prejudice Ch. 47-52 Flashcards

Whom does Mrs. Bennet blame for Lydia's behavior, and whom does she NOT blame?

According to her letter to Mrs. Forster, what was Lydia's attitude toward what she was doing?

What further revelations come out regarding Wickham's habits?

What does Mr. Collins recommend that the family do, in a letter?

How will Mr. Bennet's behavior toward Kitty change in the future, because of what happened to Lydia?

What are the conditions for Lydia's marriage as Mr. Gardiner indicates in his letter to Mr. Bennet?

What arrangements does Mr. Bennet suspect were made on Lydia's behalf that were NOT mentioned in the letter?

What is Mrs. Bennet's reaction to the news of Lydia's marriage?

As Mr. Gardiner relates, what is being arranged as a suitable job for Wickham?

What secret does Lydia accidentally let slip regarding her wedding?

Whom does Lizzy promptly write for information regarding this secret?

Why is Lizzy thrown into a 'flutter of spirits' when she reads the letter?

Lydia's Behavior and Family Dynamics

Mrs. Bennet incorrectly attributes Lydia's recklessness to external factors, refusing to acknowledge her own role in poor parenting.
Lydia claims to have been in love with Mr. Wickham for several weeks, indicating a romanticized view of her situation.

Wickham's Character and Situation

Wickham is revealed to have no social connections, which isolates him and prevents others from providing information about his actions.
His financial instability is highlighted, revealing he is deeply in debt.

Mr. Collins' Counsel

Mr. Collins suggests that the Bennet family should abandon Lydia due to her unworthy choices, demonstrating his lack of empathy for family matters.

Mr. Bennet's Parental Shift

Following Lydia's scandal, Mr. Bennet intends to impose stricter regulations on Kitty, preventing her from attending social events without supervision.

Lydia's Marriage Conditions

Lydia receives a marriage settlement of 5,000 pounds, with £100 allocated annually, as indicated by Mr. Gardiner's letter.
Mr. Bennet suspects Mr. Gardiner orchestrated additional financial arrangements for Lydia but does not detail these in his correspondence.

Mrs. Bennet's Reaction

Mrs. Bennet expresses joy at Lydia's marriage, overlooking the negative implications of the union with Wickham, contrasting with the disapproval of her husband and elder daughters.

Wickham's Future Employment

Plans are made for Wickham to secure a position as a regular in the army, facilitating his financial stability.

Lydia's Disclosure

Lydia inadvertently reveals that Mr. Darcy subsidized her wedding expenses, an important secret with potential repercussions.

Lizzy's Emotional Turmoil

Lizzy reaches out to Mrs. Gardiner for clarification on Lydia's wedding details and experiences a mix of excitement and distress upon reading the letter, reflecting her conflicted feelings towards Darcy's involvement.

Test your knowledge of chapters 47 to 52 of 'Pride and Prejudice' with these flashcards. Explore key themes, character behaviors, and their consequences within the context of the novel. Ideal for students preparing for discussions or exams on this classic text.