Pride and Prejudice - Chapter 29 Vocabulary
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What does 'formidable' mean?

  • Stop someone from being angry or discontented
  • A feeling of fear or agitation about something that may happen
  • A woman employed to teach children in a private household
  • Inspiring fear or respect through being impressively large, powerful, intense, or capable (correct)
  • What does 'trepidation' mean?

    A feeling of fear or agitation about something that may happen

    What does 'conciliating' refer to?

    Stop someone from being angry or discontented

    What is 'deportment'?

    <p>A person's behaviors or manners</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of a 'governess'?

    <p>A woman employed to teach children in a private household</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does one act 'strenuously'?

    <p>With great effort and determination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'superlatively' mean?

    <p>Of the highest kind, quality, or order</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Mr. Collins behave before the party heads to Rosings for dinner?

    <p>He tells Elizabeth how to dress and talks about Lady Catherine all day long</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How would you describe Lady Catherine?

    <p>A totally overbearing, domineering woman who has always gotten her way and can't stand to have anyone disagree with her</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Lady Catherine think of Elizabeth's upbringing?

    <p>Lady Catherine is shocked that Elizabeth had no governess and that all 5 sisters are out</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Vocabulary Terms

    • Formidable: Reflects the ability to inspire respect or fear due to impressive attributes such as size, power, or intensity.
    • Trepidation: Describes a state of anxiety or fear regarding potential future events.
    • Conciliating: Refers to actions taken to appease someone who is upset or dissatisfied.
    • Deportment: Encompasses an individual’s mannerisms and behaviors in social situations.
    • Governess: Denotes a woman who is responsible for educating children in a private setting, typically within a household.
    • Strenuously: Indicates performing tasks with significant exertion and determination.
    • Superlatively: Relates to something being of the highest standard or quality.

    Key Character Interactions

    • Mr. Collins displays a patronizing attitude before the dinner at Rosings, advising Elizabeth on her attire and excessively discussing Lady Catherine.
    • Lady Catherine is portrayed as a domineering figure who expects complete adherence to her opinions and lifestyle.

    Character Analysis

    • Lady Catherine's overbearing nature is highlighted by her intolerance for dissent and her desire for control in social dynamics.
    • The shock expressed by Lady Catherine regarding Elizabeth's lack of a governess and the unconventional upbringing of her sisters emphasizes her rigid views on social status and propriety.

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