The Astonishing Revelation

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When was Elizabeth informed about Mr. Collins' proposal?

Elizabeth was privately informed by Charlotte.

Who did Elizabeth cry out to when she heard about Mr. Collins' proposal?

Elizabeth cried out to Charlotte.

Where were the Bennets invited to dinner?

The Bennets were invited to dinner with the Lucases.

Who was kind enough to listen to Mr. Collins during dinner?

Miss Lucas was kind enough to listen to Mr. Collins. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Charlotte help Elizabeth?

Charlotte wanted to attract Mr. Collins herself. Signup and view all the answers

What was the real reason for Charlotte's kindness?

Charlotte wanted to attract Mr. Collins herself. Signup and view all the answers

What did Charlotte not want Elizabeth to know about?

Charlotte did not want Elizabeth to know about her desire to attract Mr. Collins. Signup and view all the answers

Who did Mr. Collins propose to after leaving the Bennets' house?

Mr. Collins proposed to Charlotte. Signup and view all the answers

Who gave their agreement to Mr. Collins' proposal?

Sir William and Lady Lucas gave their agreement to Mr. Collins' proposal. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Charlotte decide to accept Mr. Collins' proposal?

Charlotte was twenty-seven and had little chance of other offers. Signup and view all the answers

What was Elizabeth's reaction to Mr. Collins's acceptance of Charlotte's marriage proposal?

Elizabeth felt that her friend had shamed herself and did not believe it possible for her to be happy in the life she had chosen. Signup and view all the answers

How did Mrs. Bennet react to the news of Charlotte's marriage?

Mrs. Bennet was astonished and shocked by the news. Signup and view all the answers

How long did it take for Mrs. Bennet to stop scolding Elizabeth after the news of Charlotte's marriage?

A week passed before she could see Elizabeth without scolding her. Signup and view all the answers

How long did it take for Mrs. Bennet to stop being rude to Sir William and Lady Lucas after the news of Charlotte's marriage?

A month passed before she could speak to Sir William or Lady Lucas without being rude. Signup and view all the answers

How did Lady Lucas feel about Charlotte's marriage?

Lady Lucas was not without pleasure and visited Longbourn rather more often than usual to say how happy she was. Signup and view all the answers

What was the state of the relationship between Elizabeth and Charlotte after the news of the marriage?

There was an awkwardness between them that kept them silent on the subject. Signup and view all the answers

Who did Elizabeth turn to with greater fondness after the news of Charlotte's marriage?

Elizabeth turned with greater fondness to her sister Jane. Signup and view all the answers

What was Elizabeth's increasing concern about her sister Jane?

Elizabeth became daily more anxious for her sister's happiness. Signup and view all the answers

What did Mr. Collins do that was considered strange?

Mr. Collins made two offers of marriage within three days. Signup and view all the answers

What did Elizabeth expect from marriage?

Elizabeth did not expect very much from marriage and would be satisfied with having a comfortable home. Signup and view all the answers