30 Questions
Who did the ladies of Longbourn visit?
Those of Netherfield.
Which Bennet sister's pleasing manners won the approval of Mrs Hurst and Miss Bingley?
Miss Bennet (Jane Bennet).
Who did Jane Bennet begin to feel a preference for?
Mr Bingley (their brother).
Who did Elizabeth observe that Jane was giving way to the preference for?
Mr Bingley (their brother).
Who did Elizabeth realize was becoming interested in her?
Mr Darcy (Mr Bingley's friend).
What did Mr Darcy find uncommonly intelligent about Elizabeth?
The beautiful expression of her dark eyes.
Who did Mr Darcy ask to dance with him?
Elizabeth (Miss Eliza).
What did Mrs Bennet apologize to Mr Bingley for?
troubling him with Lizzy
Who was eager for his two guests to remain?
Mr Bingley
Who did Mr Darcy ask to play some music?
Miss Bingley and Elizabeth
Why did Mr Darcy's eyes frequently fix themselves on Elizabeth?
He was attracted to her
Why did Miss Bingley become jealous?
She saw enough to be jealous and wanted to get rid of Elizabeth
What did Elizabeth decide to do the next morning?
Write to her mother to send the carriage for them
Why did Mr Darcy decide to be particularly careful?
He was attracted to Elizabeth and didn't want to show it
How did Mr Darcy behave towards Elizabeth on the next day?
He hardly spoke to her and kept firmly to his book
Who was happy to see Jane and Elizabeth upon their return?
Their father
What caused a great deal of surprise when Elizabeth arrived at the house?
Elizabeth's appearance caused a great deal of surprise.
What did Mrs. Hurst and Miss Bingley think of Elizabeth walking 3 miles so early and in such weather?
They were scornful of Elizabeth walking 3 miles so early and in such weather.
What did the doctor advise Jane to do when he came to see her?
The doctor advised Jane to return to bed and promised some medicine.
Why did Elizabeth stay with Jane until three o'clock?
Elizabeth stayed with Jane until three o'clock because Jane was feverish.
What did Miss Bingley do when Jane showed disappointment at parting from Elizabeth?
Miss Bingley invited Jane to remain at Netherfield and Elizabeth accepted the offer.
What did Mr. Bingley's sisters do when they heard that Jane was not feeling better?
They expressed sympathy, but then thought no more of the matter.
Who was the only one genuinely concerned for Jane's well-being?
Mr. Bingley was the only one genuinely concerned for Jane's well-being.
What did Sir William Lucas do when Elizabeth moved towards him and Mr Darcy at the party?
He called out to Elizabeth and tried to persuade her to dance with Mr Darcy.
How did Elizabeth respond to Sir William's attempt to get her to dance with Mr Darcy?
She immediately pulled away and stated that she had no intention of dancing.
What was the relationship between the village of Longbourn and the town of Meryton?
Longbourn was only one mile away from Meryton, making it a convenient distance for the young ladies to visit.
Who were the two youngest members of the Bennet family and what were they frequently doing in Meryton?
Catherine and Lydia were the two youngest, and they frequently visited Meryton to socialize and gather news, especially about the officers.
What did Mr Bennet think of his two youngest daughters' behavior in Meryton?
He thought they were silly and remarked that they were the silliest girls in the country.
Who sent a note to Miss Bennet from Netherfield?
Miss Bingley sent the note.
Why did Jane have to go to Netherfield on horseback instead of using the carriage?
The carriage was not available because Mr Bennet did not have enough horses, as they were needed on the farm.
Study Notes
The Bennet Family's Social Engagements
- The ladies of Longbourn visited the Bingley sisters at Netherfield
- Jane Bennet's pleasing manners won the approval of Mrs Hurst and Miss Bingley
- Jane began to feel a preference for Mr Bingley
- Elizabeth observed that Jane was giving way to the preference for Mr Bingley
- Elizabeth realized that Mr Darcy was becoming interested in her
The Ball at Netherfield
- Mr Darcy found Elizabeth's observations uncommonly intelligent
- Mr Darcy asked Elizabeth to dance with him
- Mrs Bennet apologized to Mr Bingley for Lydia's behavior
- Mr Bingley was eager for his two guests (Jane and Elizabeth) to remain
- Mr Darcy asked Elizabeth to play some music
- Mr Darcy's eyes frequently fixed themselves on Elizabeth because he was interested in her
- Miss Bingley became jealous because of Mr Darcy's interest in Elizabeth
The Aftermath of the Ball
- Elizabeth decided to walk to Netherfield the next morning to visit Jane
- Mr Darcy decided to be particularly careful because of his growing interest in Elizabeth
- On the next day, Mr Darcy behaved towards Elizabeth with reserve and distance
- Mrs Bennet was happy to see Jane and Elizabeth upon their return
Jane's Illness
- The news of Jane's illness caused a great deal of surprise when Elizabeth arrived at the house
- Mrs. Hurst and Miss Bingley thought it was ridiculous that Elizabeth walked 3 miles so early and in such weather
- The doctor advised Jane to stay in bed and rest when he came to see her
- Elizabeth stayed with Jane until three o'clock
- Miss Bingley showed disappointment at parting from Elizabeth when she realized she wouldn't be able to see her again
- When they heard that Jane was not feeling better, Mr. Bingley's sisters did not show any concern
- Only Mr Bingley was genuinely concerned for Jane's well-being
The Party at Sir William's
- Sir William Lucas tried to get Elizabeth to dance with Mr Darcy at the party
- Elizabeth responded to Sir William's attempt by saying she would not dance with Mr Darcy
- The village of Longbourn is close to the town of Meryton
- The two youngest members of the Bennet family, Lydia and Kitty, frequently visited Meryton to socialize
- Mr Bennet thought his two youngest daughters' behavior in Meryton was frivolous and foolish
The Note from Netherfield
- Mr Bingley sent a note to Miss Bennet from Netherfield
- Jane had to go to Netherfield on horseback instead of using the carriage because it was already in use
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