Pride and Prejudice Chapters 16-19 Flashcards
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What does Collins say about the home of Mrs. Philips?

He was so struck, when he looked at the home, that he declared he might almost have supposed himself in the small summer breakfast parlor at Rosings.

What does Collins tell them about Rosings?

The chimney piece alone was worth 800 pounds.

Who entertains Mr. Collins?

Mrs. Philips.

Who does Wickham seat himself by?

<p>Elizabeth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Elizabeth want to know from Wickham?

<p>She wanted to know the history between Wickham and Darcy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Elizabeth learn about Darcy from Wickham?

<p>Darcy has known Wickham since infancy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What opinion does Elizabeth give of Darcy?

<p>She thinks he is very disagreeable and prideful.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Wickham say he and Darcy are not on friendly terms?

<p>Because of the things Darcy did to Wickham: take the money Darcy's father gave Wickham.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Wickham say a military life was not what he was intended for?

<p>Because he says that he was brought up for the church instead of the military.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Wickham lose a living because of Darcy?

<p>Darcy found a loophole in the will his father had and took the money that was intended for Wickham.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Darcy treat Wickham cruelly?

<p>Mr. Darcy favored and gave a lot of his attention to Wickham and Darcy was jealous and irritated by it.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Wickham's father do?

<p>Upon the death bed he asks Mr. Darcy to provide for him.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What kind of pride does Wickham say Darcy has?

<p>Family pride, filial pride, and brotherly pride.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Wickham say of Miss Darcy?

<p>He says that she is very much like her brother Darcy, very proud, handsome, highly accomplished, and as a child she was pleasing but now she's nothing to him.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Collins say losing at cards was trivial to him?

<p>So that Mrs. Philips would not feel bad and keep the money.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Wickham tell Elizabeth about Lady Catherine de Bourgh?

<p>That she is Darcy's aunt.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Whose side does Jane take when Elizabeth told her Wickham's story?

<p>Darcy's side but says it's just a misunderstanding so really she defends both.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What reason does Jane use to defend Mr. Darcy?

<p>That Darcy wouldn't throw away his reputation to disgrace himself like that when his dad promised to take care of him.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do the Bingley sisters treat the various members of the Bennet family?

<p>They were excited to see Jane and talk to her but they try to ignore Mrs. Bennet and don't say much to Elizabeth and ignore the other family members.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Elizabeth look forward to at the ball at Netherfield?

<p>Dancing with Mr. Wickham and seeing Wickham's story confirm to be true.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Mr. Collins ask of Elizabeth?

<p>Asks to save the first two dances of the ball for Mr. Collins.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Elizabeth finally reason that Mr. Collins anticipated?

<p>To ask her hand in marriage later.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What surprise is in store for Elizabeth at the ball?

<p>Mr. Wickham is not at the ball.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Mr. Denny say about Mr. Wickham's absence?

<p>Says that Wickham was obliged to go into town on business the day before and hasn't returned yet.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who does Elizabeth confide her grief to?

<p>Charlotte Lucas.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are Elizabeth's dances like with Mr. Collins?

<p>They were dances of mortification, 'Mr. Collins was awkward and was often moving in the wrong direction.'</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Elizabeth end up dancing with Darcy?

<p>Darcy just takes her hand by surprise in asking her to dance and it was so quick she said yes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Elizabeth say she and Darcy were alike?

<p>Both have an unsocial, taciturn disposition, unwilling to speak unless they expect to say something that will amaze the whole room.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is said about Wickham?

<p>Darcy says he is blessed with happy manners and says he may not be equally good at maintaining/retaining friendships; Elizabeth says he was unlucky to lose Darcy and Wickham's friendship and says he is likely to suffer all his life because of Darcy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Sir William Lucas interrupt the dance between Darcy and Elizabeth to say?

<p>To compliment Darcy and Elizabeth on their dancing and to say he hopes to see them dancing again soon.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Elizabeth ask Darcy if he were ever blinded by prejudice?

<p>To better understand Darcy's character.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Miss Bingley say to Elizabeth?

<p>That Wickham's story is not true and that Darcy is innocent and not to be blamed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Is Miss Bingley successful in berating Elizabeth?

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

What does Jane discover from Bingley about Wickham?

<p>That Wickham isn't who he says he is and is not a respectable man and is imprudent.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Mr. Collins excited to find out?

<p>Who Lady Catherine's nephew is.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Elizabeth try to dissuade Collins from introducing himself from Darcy?

<p>Because she says Darcy will not consider it a compliment to his aunt but rather an impertinent (rude) freedom.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Darcy react to Mr. Collins?

<p>He reacts in a welcoming non-aggressive non-arrogant manner.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Mrs. Bennet discussing at dinner and why did this embarrass Lizzy?

<p>She discusses Jane's soon marriage with Mr. Bingley and she is embarrassed because Mr. Darcy was listening.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What lecture is given by Mr. Collins?

<p>A lecture about singing and the duties of a clergyman and how it is always in good form to testify his respect towards anybody connected with Lady Catherine's family.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who joined Elizabeth and gave her relief from Mr. Collins' attention?

<p>Charlotte Lucas.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who left the ball last and why?

<p>The Lounbourn (Bennet) party because Mrs. Bennet made them wait for their carriages longer which gave her time to see how heartily they were wished away by some of the family.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is Mrs. Bennet so satisfied?

<p>Because Jane and Mr. Bingley are really hitting it off, and can see her settling down at Netherfield with him, and one daughter could also marry Mr. Collins.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Mr. Collins say to Elizabeth?

<p>Says that his hopes are that he intends on marrying and selecting a wife which is Lizzy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Mr. Collins say his reasons for marrying are? (Select all that apply)

<p>It will add to his happiness</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Mr. Collins decide to marry one of the Bennet daughters?

<p>Because he says that after one of the daughters' father dies and he inherits the land, they will be comfortable in their house and Collins will help comfort them with the melancholy in the comfort of their own home.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why will Mr. Collins not accept Elizabeth's refusal?

<p>Because he knows that women will reject the first or second or even third proposal until they realize how great Collins is and accept.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Mr. Collins think that Elizabeth must accept his proposal?

<p>Because Mr. Collins has connections, wealth, possession of the estate, and believes no one will be able to offer her these things.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Elizabeth intend to do to convince Mr. Collins that she is sincere?

<p>She would get her father (whose behavior could not be mistaken) to tell him no.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Chapter 16 Highlights

  • Mr. Collins is impressed by Mrs. Philips' home, likening it to his summer breakfast parlor at Rosings.
  • He boasts about the chimney piece at Rosings being valued at 800 pounds.
  • Mrs. Philips entertains Mr. Collins during his visit.
  • Wickham chooses to sit next to Elizabeth, sparking her curiosity about his history with Darcy.

Chapter 16 Wickham's Account

  • Elizabeth seeks to uncover the rivalry between Wickham and Darcy.
  • Wickham reveals to Elizabeth that Darcy has known him since childhood.
  • Elizabeth forms a negative opinion of Darcy, calling him prideful and disagreeable.
  • Wickham claims that his poor relations with Darcy stem from grievances over money and inheritance.
  • Wickham was intended for the church, not a military career.
  • Darcy manipulated the will of Wickham's father, depriving Wickham of his rightful inheritance.
  • Wickham presents Darcy as jealous, explaining why Darcy treats him poorly.

Chapter 16 Family Dynamics

  • Wickham discusses Miss Darcy, describing her as proud and accomplished, with a resemblance to her brother.
  • Collins regards losing at cards as trivial to appease Mrs. Philips.
  • Wickham informs Elizabeth that Lady Catherine de Bourgh is Darcy's aunt.

Chapter 17 Interactions

  • Jane sides with Darcy, suggesting Elizabeth's view of Wickham may be a misunderstanding.
  • Jane defends Darcy, arguing he would not jeopardize his reputation for disgraceful behavior.
  • Bingley's sisters show favoritism toward Jane while neglecting Mrs. Bennet and other family members.
  • Elizabeth looks forward to dancing with Wickham and verifying his account of Darcy at the Netherfield ball.
  • Mr. Collins requests the first two dances at the ball for himself.
  • Elizabeth realizes Collins intends to propose marriage.

Chapter 18 Surprises at the Ball

  • Wickham's absence at the ball surprises Elizabeth.
  • Mr. Denny explains Wickham's absence is due to business in town.
  • Elizabeth confides her feelings of sadness to Charlotte Lucas.
  • Elizabeth finds dancing with Collins to be mortifying due to his awkwardness.
  • Darcy’s unexpected request to dance leads Elizabeth to reflect on their similar temperaments.
  • Comments on Wickham’s character suggest he is charming but may lack depth in friendships.
  • Sir William Lucas interrupts Darcy and Elizabeth's dance to offer compliments.

Chapter 18 Social Dynamics

  • Elizabeth questions Darcy about any prejudice he may hold, aiming to understand him better.
  • Miss Bingley attempts to disparage Elizabeth by defending Darcy and condemning Wickham's claims, but fails.
  • Jane learns from Bingley that Wickham's true character is not as respectable as he presents.
  • Collins expresses excitement to discover Lady Catherine's nephew.
  • Elizabeth advises Collins against introducing himself to Darcy, fearing Darcy may see it as intrusive.

Chapter 19 Proposals and Expectations

  • Collins directly proposes to Elizabeth, expressing his intention to marry her.
  • He lists his motivations for marriage, including setting an example as a clergyman and gaining Lady Catherine's approval.
  • Collins believes marrying one of the Bennet daughters ensures their comfort after their father's death.
  • Elizabeth's refusal offends him, as he presumes women typically reject initial proposals.
  • He is convinced Elizabeth will accept because of his connections and material wealth.
  • To convince Collins of her sincerity, Elizabeth plans to have her father refuse his proposal directly.

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