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How do the Bingley sisters change when the gentlemen appear?
How do the Bingley sisters change when the gentlemen appear?
They were very agreeable and their powers of conversation were considerable, but when the men came, Jane was no longer the first object and it was Darcy in the spotlight.
Who gets all the attention from the ladies?
Who gets all the attention from the ladies?
Darcy
What does Miss Bingley do to impress Darcy, and does it work?
What does Miss Bingley do to impress Darcy, and does it work?
She reads the second volume of Darcy's book, but it doesn't work.
What does Miss Bingley say about a ball at Netherfield?
What does Miss Bingley say about a ball at Netherfield?
Why do Lizzy and Darcy disagree about pride?
Why do Lizzy and Darcy disagree about pride?
What does Darcy say were his faults?
What does Darcy say were his faults?
What does Darcy say was Lizzy's fault?
What does Darcy say was Lizzy's fault?
What happens when Jane and Lizzy write their mother to ask her to send the carriage?
What happens when Jane and Lizzy write their mother to ask her to send the carriage?
Why is Miss Bingley sorry she proposed the delay in Lizzy and Jane leaving?
Why is Miss Bingley sorry she proposed the delay in Lizzy and Jane leaving?
Why is Darcy glad Lizzy is leaving?
Why is Darcy glad Lizzy is leaving?
Why are Jane and Lizzy not welcomed home very cordially?
Why are Jane and Lizzy not welcomed home very cordially?
What do they find out from the Bennet sisters?
What do they find out from the Bennet sisters?
Who is arriving for dinner with the Bennets?
Who is arriving for dinner with the Bennets?
Who is Collins related to?
Who is Collins related to?
Why does Mrs. Bennet not want to discuss the visitor?
Why does Mrs. Bennet not want to discuss the visitor?
What occupation does Mr. Collins have and where?
What occupation does Mr. Collins have and where?
Why does Lizzy think Mr. Collins must be an oddity?
Why does Lizzy think Mr. Collins must be an oddity?
Describe Mr. Collins.
Describe Mr. Collins.
Why is Mrs. Bennet upset with Collins' admiration of the house?
Why is Mrs. Bennet upset with Collins' admiration of the house?
Who does Mr. Collins lavish his praise upon?
Who does Mr. Collins lavish his praise upon?
Where does Lady Catherine live?
Where does Lady Catherine live?
Describe Miss de Bourgh.
Describe Miss de Bourgh.
Why does Mr. Bennet say Mr. Collins possesses the talent of flattering?
Why does Mr. Bennet say Mr. Collins possesses the talent of flattering?
What does Mr. Collins read?
What does Mr. Collins read?
Who interrupts Collins' reading and why?
Who interrupts Collins' reading and why?
What is Mr. Collins like and why?
What is Mr. Collins like and why?
Why is Mr. Collins here at Longbourn?
Why is Mr. Collins here at Longbourn?
Who does Mr. Collins choose first, and why does he change his mind?
Who does Mr. Collins choose first, and why does he change his mind?
Why does Mr. Bennet send Collins to Meryton with the girls?
Why does Mr. Bennet send Collins to Meryton with the girls?
Why are the younger girls interested in Meryton?
Why are the younger girls interested in Meryton?
Describe Mr. Wickham.
Describe Mr. Wickham.
Who arrives to speak with Jane?
Who arrives to speak with Jane?
What happens between Darcy and Wickham when they see each other?
What happens between Darcy and Wickham when they see each other?
Where are the girls and Mr. Collins going in Meryton?
Where are the girls and Mr. Collins going in Meryton?
What does Mrs. Philips insist she will have her husband do?
What does Mrs. Philips insist she will have her husband do?
Why does Mr. Collins like Mrs. Philips?
Why does Mr. Collins like Mrs. Philips?
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Study Notes
Chapter 11 Highlights
- The Bingley sisters initially engage pleasantly but become less agreeable with the arrival of men, particularly focusing on Mr. Darcy.
- Mr. Darcy garners most of the ladies' attention, overshadowing Jane.
- Miss Bingley attempts to impress Darcy by reading his book but fails to achieve her aim.
- Miss Bingley describes the prospect of a ball at Netherfield as a “punishment” rather than a joy.
- Lizzy and Darcy have differing views on pride; Lizzy accuses Darcy of being prideful, while he acknowledges his pride but also critiques her willful misunderstanding of others.
- Darcy identifies his main fault as resentment.
- Darcy points out Lizzy's fault as her tendency to willfully misunderstand others.
Chapter 12 Insights
- Jane and Lizzy request their mother send the carriage, but she delays it until the following Tuesday.
- Miss Bingley regrets proposing the delay in Jane and Lizzy's departure due to her jealousy towards Jane, which outweighs her affection for Lizzy.
- Darcy feels relieved about Lizzy leaving since he is strongly attracted to her.
Chapter 13 Developments
- Mr. Collins, Mr. Bennet's cousin, arrives for dinner.
- Mrs. Bennet is reluctant to discuss Mr. Collins because he is set to inherit the estate, which annoys her.
- Mr. Collins is a clergyman in the Church of England, described as pompous and overbearing. Lizzy finds him puzzling and insincere.
- Mrs. Bennet disapproves of Collins’ admiration for their house, fearing his inheritance.
Chapter 14 Details
- Mr. Collins displays excessive praise for Lady Catherine de Bourgh, who lives at Rosings.
- Miss de Bourgh is characterized as rich, rude, and domineering.
- Mr. Collins reads sermons, highlighting his penchant for flattery towards Lady Catherine’s daughter.
- Lydia interrupts Collins’ reading, eagerly discussing soldiers and plans to go to Meryton.
Chapter 15 Context
- Mr. Collins is portrayed as dull and unremarkable, largely influenced by his father's views.
- He visits Longbourn to propose marriage to one of the Bennet daughters in order to inherit the estate.
- Initially, Collins considers proposing to Jane but shifts his attention to Lizzy when he learns Jane is likely to be engaged.
- Mr. Bennet sends Collins with the younger girls to Meryton to enjoy some quiet time with the library.
- The younger Bennet sisters show interest in the soldiers stationed in Meryton.
- Mr. Wickham is introduced as a charming but deceitful soldier, who encounters Darcy, leading to a noticeable tension between them.
- The girls and Mr. Collins plan to visit Mrs. Philips in Meryton, where Mrs. Philips intends to invite Mr. Wickham to dinner due to his pleasant manners, which Collins admires.
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