Pride and Prejudice Character Relationships
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According to Mr. Darcy in chapter 45 of Pride and Prejudice, who is the handsomest woman?

Elizabeth

In chapter 58 of Pride and Prejudice, what gave Mr. Darcy hope that Elizabeth might love him?

Elizabeth refused to insult Mr. Darcy to Lady Catherine.

In chapter 57 of Pride and Prejudice, how does Mr. Collins regard Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy?

Mr. Collins cautions them against a marriage that is not properly sanctioned.

What is suspense?

<p>The intense feeling of tension a reader feels when they await an outcome they know is coming.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In chapter 49 of Pride and Prejudice, who do the Bennet family think paid Mr. Wickham to marry Lydia?

<p>Mr. Gardiner</p> Signup and view all the answers

In chapter 53 of Pride and Prejudice, how does Jane react to the news of Mr. Bingley's pending visit?

<p>Jane is flustered and embarrassed, since it has been some time since they've seen one another.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the later part of Pride and Prejudice, which word best describes Mr. Wickham?

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

In chapter 41 of Pride and Prejudice, why doesn't Catherine join with Lydia in going to Brighton?

<p>She was not invited.</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Miss Bingley in chapter 45 of Pride and Prejudice, how does Elizabeth look?

<p>Sick or ill</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Mrs. Bennet in chapter 40 of Pride and Prejudice, what will happen to Jane now that Mr. Bingley is not going to return?

<p>She will die of a broken heart.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In chapter 51 of Pride and Prejudice, Elizabeth is shocked to learn that who attended Lydia's wedding?

<p>Mr. Darcy</p> Signup and view all the answers

In chapter 48 of Pride and Prejudice, to whom does Mr. Gardiner defer on the subject of Mr. Wickham's relations and why?

<p>Mr. Gardiner defers to Elizabeth because she and Mr. Wickham were well acquainted.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Elizabeth feel about Pemberley in chapter 43 of Pride and Prejudice?

<p>She thinks it is beautiful and fantasizes about how great it would be had she owned it.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Colonel Fitzwilliam's relationship with Miss Darcy?

<p>Colonel Fitzwilliam is Miss Darcy's guardian.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In chapter 56 of Pride and Prejudice, why does Elizabeth think Lady Catherine de Bourgh has visited?

<p>Lady Catherine has a letter from Charlotte for Elizabeth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Mr. Darcy's letter in chapter 35 of Pride and Prejudice, what is the reason for the falling out between himself and Mr. Wickham?

<p>Mr. Wickham attempted to elope with Miss Darcy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

By the end of Pride and Prejudice, who is the only Bennet daughter that remained at Longbourn?

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

Which of the following best describes the letters Lydia sends to her family in chapter 42 of Pride and Prejudice?

<p>The letters to her mother are very short, but the letters to Kitty are inappropriate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In chapter 59 of Pride and Prejudice, what is Mr. Bennet's attitude in his conversation with Elizabeth about her engagement?

<p>Uncharacteristically serious</p> Signup and view all the answers

In chapter 41 of Pride and Prejudice, who does Elizabeth hope to never meet again?

<p>Mr. Wickham</p> Signup and view all the answers

In chapter 45 of Pride and Prejudice, Miss Bingley says, 'Pray, Miss Eliza, are not the ——shire Militia removed from Meryton? They must be a great loss to your family.' Why does this pain Miss Darcy to hear?

<p>It makes her think of Mr. Wickham.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In chapter 47 of Pride and Prejudice, what does Lydia's letter to Colonel Forster's wife, Harriet, explain?

<p>Lydia is happy to be marrying Mr. Wickham and cannot wait to surprise the Bennets with the news.</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to chapter 42 of Pride and Prejudice, which of the Bennet sisters is the Gardiner children's favorite?

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

After reading Mr. Darcy's letter, how does Elizabeth feel about Mr. Wickham and Miss King's relationship in chapter 36?

<p>She believes Mr. Wickham is only after Miss King's money.</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Elizabeth in chapter 40 of Pride and Prejudice, why isn't she telling everyone of the information in Mr. Darcy's letter?

<p>Mr. Darcy did not say that was okay to do.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In chapter 55 of Pride and Prejudice, how does the town of Meryton perceive the Bennets?

<p>The Bennets are the luckiest family in the world because of Jane and Mr. Bingley's engagement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to chapter 46 of Pride and Prejudice, who was the only one that knew Lydia was attracted to Mr. Wickham?

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

What is a plot twist?

<p>When a story makes an unexpected and drastic shift resulting in a surprising outcome.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Lady Catherine feel after her walk with Elizabeth in chapter 56 of Pride and Prejudice?

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

In chapter 33 of Pride and Prejudice, who does Elizabeth assume the lady is when Colonel Fitzwilliam explains Mr. Darcy stopped a marriage?

<p>Jane Bennet</p> Signup and view all the answers

In chapter 57 of Pride and Prejudice, why does Mr. Bennet hold contempt for Mr. Collins?

<p>Mr. Collins counsels Mr. Bennet to both disown and forgive Lydia for her elopement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In chapter 53 of Pride and Prejudice, why does Elizabeth tell Mrs. Bennet she should be glad her other four daughters are unmarried?

<p>Lydia has departed, and Mrs. Bennet is depressed over the loss.</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to chapter 46 of Pride and Prejudice, after reading Jane's note, what does Elizabeth wish she had done?

<p>Exposed Mr. Wickham</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Elizabeth's reaction to finding out that Lydia has eloped with Mr. Wickham in chapter 46 of Pride and Prejudice?

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

According to Mr. Darcy's letter in chapter 35 of Pride and Prejudice, why did Mr. Wickham try to elope with Georgina?

<p>He was trying to get her fortune.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In chapter 45 of Pride and Prejudice, who does Mr. Darcy compliment that causes pain to Miss Bingley?

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

What does Mr. Darcy invite Mr. Gardiner to do in Pemberley while he is in the area?

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

Who is the first member of Elizabeth's family that she tells about Mr. Darcy's proposal in Pride and Prejudice?

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

In chapter 50 of Pride and Prejudice, what do Mr. and Mrs. Bennet fight about?

<p>Mr. Bennet does not want Lydia and Mr. Wickham coming to Longbourn.</p> Signup and view all the answers

At the end of Pride and Prejudice, who does NOT live in Pemberley?

<p>Miss Bingley</p> Signup and view all the answers

In chapter 51 of Pride and Prejudice, how do Mr. and Mrs. Bennet react when Lydia and Mr. Wickham arrive?

<p>Mrs. Bennet is happy to see them, but Mr. Bennet is cold and stern.</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Mr. Darcy in chapter 32 of Pride and Prejudice, why does Elizabeth feel like 50 miles is a long distance?

<p>Elizabeth is only familiar with her hometown, so anything outside of Longbourn would appear far to her.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In chapter 49 of Pride and Prejudice, what does Mr. Bennet need to provide to secure Lydia's engagement to Mr. Wickham?

<p>Mr. Bennet needs to provide Lydia's share of the money he has put aside for his daughters plus 100 pounds a year while he is alive, and 50 pounds a year after his death.</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Mr. Darcy's letter in chapter 35 of Pride and Prejudice, why did Mr. Wickham give up the clergy?

<p>To study law</p> Signup and view all the answers

In chapter 39 of Pride and Prejudice, Lydia thought that Elizabeth would return with whom?

<p>A husband</p> Signup and view all the answers

In chapter 52 of Pride and Prejudice, why does Mrs. Gardiner tease Elizabeth in her letter?

<p>Mrs. Gardiner believes that Mr. Darcy is in love with Elizabeth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Lady Catherine react when Elizabeth plans to go home in chapter 37 of Pride and Prejudice?

<p>She begs Elizabeth to stay longer.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In chapter 59 of Pride and Prejudice, who are the only people Jane says she holds dearer than Mr. Darcy?

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

In chapter 36 of Pride and Prejudice, Elizabeth goes for a walk. Who waits for an hour for her to return?

<p>Colonel Fitzwilliam</p> Signup and view all the answers

In chapter 61 of Pride and Prejudice, what does Lydia's letter congratulating Elizabeth on her marriage establish?

<p>Lydia is still greedy and asks for a salary to live on.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Elizabeth hide the letter she is writing in chapter 32 of Pride and Prejudice when she hears someone coming?

<p>She thinks it is Lady Catherine coming, and she wants to avoid her questions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In chapter 49 of Pride and Prejudice, how does Elizabeth feel about Lydia's engagement to Mr. Wickham when she is at last alone?

<p>Elizabeth is grateful that her family's reputation is safe, but does not believe Lydia will be happy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In chapter 56 of Pride and Prejudice, what is Elizabeth's attitude toward Lady Catherine?

<p>Openly defiant</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Elizabeth in chapter 34 of Pride and Prejudice, when did she start to dislike Mr. Darcy?

<p>From the moment they first met</p> Signup and view all the answers

In chapter 61 of Pride and Prejudice, which daughter does Mr. Bennet miss the most?

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

According to Mr. Darcy in chapter 32 of Pride and Prejudice, why did he come to visit?

<p>He thought everyone would be home.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes Miss Darcy in Pride and Prejudice?

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

What does Elizabeth do while Lydia is talking about Mr. Wickham in chapter 39 of Pride and Prejudice?

<p>Tries not to listen</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Mrs. Reynolds in chapter 43 of Pride and Prejudice, who 'turned out very wild'?

<p>Mr. Wickham</p> Signup and view all the answers

In chapter 47 of Pride and Prejudice, why do Elizabeth and the Gardiners have a difficult time believing that Mr. Wickham has eloped with Lydia?

<p>Mr. Wickham would want to marry someone with more money than Lydia.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Colonel Fitzwilliam tell Elizabeth that Mr. Darcy intentionally broke up Mr. Bingley and Jane?

<p>He does not realize the people that Mr. Darcy separated are Mr. Bingley and Elizabeth's sister, Jane.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Mr. Darcy do in chapter 34 of Pride and Prejudice when Elizabeth accuses him of purposely trying to prevent Jane and Mr. Bingley from getting married?

<p>He admits it.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In chapter 55 of Pride and Prejudice, how does Elizabeth react to Jane and Mr. Bingley's engagement?

<p>Elizabeth is honestly happy to see them together and shares in Jane's joy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Elizabeth do in chapter 34 of Pride and Prejudice after she rejects Mr. Darcy's proposal, and he leaves?

<p>She cries.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In chapter 50 of Pride and Prejudice, what does Mrs. Bennet spend most of her day doing?

<p>Mrs. Bennet looks for a home for Lydia and Mr. Wickham to buy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In chapter 61 of Pride and Prejudice, how do Georgiana Darcy and Elizabeth coexist?

<p>Georgiana and Elizabeth live together and become sisters and great friends.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In chapter 50 of Pride and Prejudice, what does Elizabeth find herself realizing?

<p>Elizabeth realizes she would now accept a proposal from Mr. Darcy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to chapter 49 of Pride and Prejudice, how much money has Mr. Bennet put aside for his daughters?

<p>5,000 pounds for all of his daughters to divide.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In chapter 57 of Pride and Prejudice, how does Mr. Collins regard Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy?

<p>Mr. Collins cautions them against a marriage that is not properly sanctioned.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In chapter 59 of Pride and Prejudice, what does Mrs. Bennet seem most thrilled by when she is told of Elizabeth's engagement to Mr. Darcy?

<p>Mr. Darcy's money</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Elizabeth feel when she meets Mr. Darcy at Pemberley in chapter 43 of Pride and Prejudice?

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

It is revealed in chapter 36 that Elizabeth immediately believes what part of Mr. Darcy's letter is false?

<p>That Jane did not have feelings for Mr. Bingley.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Elizabeth feel about Mr. Wickham when she meets with him in chapter 41 of Pride and Prejudice?

<p>She has lost any kind feeling towards him.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the best description of the marriage between Mr. and Mrs. Bennet in Pride and Prejudice?

<p>Lacking affection, respect and esteem</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Characters and Relationships

  • Elizabeth Bennet is referred to as the "handsomest woman" by Mr. Darcy.
  • Mr. Darcy's hope for Elizabeth's love increases when she refrains from insulting him to Lady Catherine.
  • Mr. Collins expresses concerns about Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy's relationship, suggesting they need proper sanction for marriage.
  • Kitty is aware of Lydia's attraction to Mr. Wickham, keeping it a secret from others.
  • Colonel Fitzwilliam serves as Miss Darcy's guardian.

Plot Developments

  • Mr. Gardiner is suspected of funding Mr. Wickham to marry Lydia.
  • Jane reacts with flustered embarrassment at the news of Mr. Bingley's visit.
  • Elizabeth admires Pemberley and envisions herself as its potential owner.
  • Lydia's uninvited elopement with Mr. Wickham creates panic for Elizabeth, who fears for her family's reputation.
  • The letters exchanged depict Lydia's naivety and greed, asking for financial support after her marriage.

Themes and Literary Devices

  • Suspense is highlighted through the tension of awaited outcomes, especially concerning Elizabeth and Wickham.
  • A plot twist occurs with the unexpected elopement of Lydia, shocking Elizabeth and her family.
  • Miss Bingley’s remarks about Elizabeth’s appearance elicit jealousy and pride.
  • Mr. Darcy’s character evokes both admiration and criticism, particularly in his handling of relationships among the Bennets and Bingleys.

Reactions and Emotions

  • Mr. Bennet's serious demeanor towards Elizabeth's engagement contrasts with Mrs. Bennet's joyous reaction.
  • Elizabeth's initial disdain for Mr. Darcy evolves into a complex appreciation, culminating in acceptance of his proposal.
  • Elizabeth feels embarrassment upon encountering Mr. Darcy at Pemberley and grapples with her evolving feelings.
  • Mrs. Gardiner hints at Mr. Darcy's affection for Elizabeth, teasing her about it in correspondence.

Financial Aspects

  • Mr. Bennet has set aside £5,000 for the future of all his daughters.
  • Financial negotiations for Lydia's marriage to Mr. Wickham involve substantial monetary expectations from Mr. Bennet.

Conclusions and Resolutions

  • By the end of the narrative, Mary is the only remaining Bennet daughter at Longbourn.
  • Elizabeth and Georgiana Darcy cultivate a sisterly bond, sharing a home and strong friendship.
  • The town regards the Bennet family as lucky due to Jane's engagement to Mr. Bingley, enhancing their social standing.

Final Note

  • The marital dynamics between Mr. and Mrs. Bennet reveal a lack of affection and respect, setting the stage for the contrasting romantic resolutions of the younger generation.

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