Plot CH 1-30
Fill in the blanks:
"It is a _______ universally acknowledged that a ______ man in possession of a ______ ______ must in ________ of a wife."
truth, single, good fortune, want
CH 34: How does Elizabeth respond to Mr. Darcy's proposal?
A. Yes
B. No
C. NO WAY!
D. NEVER IN A MILLION, BILLION YEARS!
Uses philosophical detachment and biting sarcasm as a shield, preferring to retreat in silence to a sanctuary rather than actively engaging in society.
Mr. Bennet
"My good opinion once lost, is lost forever." (Chapter 11)
Mr. Darcy
Charlotte accepts Collins's proposal, and Elizabeth rejects Darcy's (first) proposal.
1. The rules of courtship and marriage are indefatigable (or are they?).
CH 15: Mr. Collins's true intent on visiting the Bennets is to...
To inspect his inheritance?
CH 41: Colonel Foster's wife invites whom to spend the summer with soldiers in Brighton?
Lydia Bennet
Constantly mutes their own heartbreak and frustration behind a serene, uncomplaining exterior, stubbornly choosing to see only the absolute best in everyone around.
Jane Bennet
"You want to tell me, and I have no objection to hearing it." (Chapter 1)
Mr. Bennet
The Bingley party leaves Netherfield very suddenly.
2. Unexpected delays or issues are a common occurrence in life (and they often lead to the right ending).
CH 12: How does Mr. Darcy react to Elizabeth's and Jane's exit from Netherfield?
He is relieved to see her go
CH 51: Lydia let's slip the secret that this person was present at her wedding.
Mr. Darcy
Viewing marriage strictly as a pragmatic economic transaction, willfully sacrifices romantic love in exchange for the safety of a comfortable home and independence.
Charlotte Lucas
"He may live in my memory as the most amiable man of my acquaintance, but that is all. I have nothing either to hope or fear..." (Chapter 24)
Jane Bennet
Balls
1. The rules of courtship and marriage are indefatigable (or are they?).
CH 11: What does Mr. Darcy admit is his main character flaw/weakness?
Resentment
CH 56: Who visits Elizabeth to talk about the proposals she has received?
Lady Catherine
An incredibly wealthy but highly impressionable individual whose pleasant nature makes an easy target for the manipulation of more assertive friends.
Mr. Bingley
"It does not appear to me that my hand is unworthy your acceptance, or that the establishment I can offer would be any other than highly desirable."
Mr. Collins
Lydia elopes with Wickham
2. Unexpected delays or issues are a common occurrence in life (and they often lead to the right ending).
CH 18: Who speaks ill/gossips about Mr. Wickham to Elizabeth at the Netherfield ball?
Miss Bingley
CH 59: When Darcy asks for Mr. Bennet's permission to marry Elizabeth, Mr. Bennet double checks with whom before approving it?
Elizabeth
Accustomed to unquestioned obedience, uses immense wealth to loudly interrogate, intimidate, and dictate the lives of anyone deemed beneath their station.
Lady Catherine
"I could easily forgive his pride, if he had not mortified mine." (Chapter 5)
Elizabeth Bennet
Mr. Darcy welcomes the Gardiners at Pemberley.
3. The social system and climate are constantly changing (and individuals are the ones who affect that change).