Characters
How does Marianne present her character?
She presents herself as outgoing, open, heartfelt. She stands up for herself and what she feels.
What was the many conflict in Willoughby's actions?
He wasn't loyal, and was dishonest to Marianne.
Where did the Dashwood's move to?
They moved to Barton Cottage
What were the main reason the dashwood sisters moved?
John dashwood moved in and kicked them out
Which character has the hardest time fitting into society and why?
Elinor, because the ladies of society are insincere.
What conflicts were caused by society?
Restrictions on who could marry whom
The need to live up to expectations
Where did Willoughby save Marianne?
On a steep hill in the rain near Barton.
Where did Willoughby go that he had to leave Marianne and what happened after?
Willoughby went to London to marry Miss Grey
Why is Lucy Steele an unlikable character?
Lucy is unlikable because she only seems to care about herself and her own benefit.
What financial conflicts do some characters face?
Possible answers: fitting the fashion, gambling debts, needing a good marriage for security, and travel standards of presenting themselves to society
Where did Elinor meet Edward?
Norland
What key event made Willoughby return to Marianne?
When she was sick after walking in the rain
Describe Edwards first impression
Everyone thinks he is nice and very put together. He is seen as a quiet, family-man. The Dashwood's see him correctly.
What conflict did Willoughby have with Col. Brandon's daughter Eliza?
Willoughby impregnates and abandons her.
How does the weather affect the story?
Limits travel, causes injury and illness
How does Elinor show sense and how does Marianne show sensibility?
Elinor shows very little emotion while Marianne shows her emotions without restraint.
How do the characters Willoughby and Colonel Brandon differ?
Willoughby enjoys Marianne's company and nature, but has no sort of respect for Marianne as a person.
Colonel Brandon loves Marianne for who she is and despite her financial problems. He is also willing to stand by her and help her regardless of how it may benefit himself.
What conflicts did Edward face with his family?
He faced problems with fitting into his mother's and sister's expectations and also fitting his love interest into their idea of "socially appropriate."
How does the change of setting (town vs. country) inform the theme?
Actions in town reflect the unrestrained emotion of society while the country brings the clarity of reason.
How do secrets affect Elinor and Marianne's relationship?
They pull them apart but also put them back together to feel for each other