Quotes
"'They both have,' said she, 'been deceived, I dare say, in some way or other, of which we can form no idea...it is, in short, impossible for us to conjecture the causes or circumstances which may have alienated them without actual blame on either side.'"(Austen 168)
Jane Bennet
This is Jane's confidant
Who is Elizabeth Bennet
Who lives at Rosings Park?
Lady Catherine de Bourgh and her daughter, Miss Anne de Bourgh
What theme does Mr. Darcy's character represent?
Pride, when unchecked, can blind individuals to their faults and hinder personal growth, but self-awareness and humility allow for meaningful change.
What is the most savage line in Pride and Prejudice?
Elizabeth’s takedown of Darcy during his first proposal: “From the very beginning—from the first moment, I may almost say—of my acquaintance with you, your manners, impressing me with the fullest belief of your arrogance, your conceit, and your selfish disdain of the feelings of others, were such as to form the groundwork of disapprobation on which succeeding events have built so immovable a dislike.”
"The death of your daughter would have been a blessing in comparison of this."(Austen 568)
Mr. Collins
How does Mr. Collins view Lady Catherine?
As a superior member of society, in debt to
Where did Mr. Darcy first propose to Elizabeth?
Hunsford Parsonage, Mr. Collins' residence.
Which theme does the following quote help convey, "'You are not going to introduce yourself to Mr. Darcy?'" (Austen 93).
Social class influences but does not define a person’s worth, and true character is revealed through actions rather than wealth or status.
How does Wickham’s charm function as a foil to Darcy’s initial stiffness?
Wickham’s outward charm makes him seem more agreeable than Darcy, yet his deceitfulness contrasts with Darcy’s genuine but reserved nature. This foil highlights the novel’s theme of misjudgment.
Who was this person talking about? "'...and he was always the sweetest-tempered, most generous-hearted, boy in the world.'"(Austen 238)
Mr. Darcy
What does the following quote foreshadow, "'...If you, my dead father, will not take the trouble of checking her exuberant spirits, and of teaching her that her present pursuits are not to be the business of her life, she will soon be beyond the reach of amendment" (Austen 219).
Lydia's affair with Mr. Wickham.
Compare the descriptions of Pemberley and Rosings to analyze how Austen uses setting as indirect characterization.
Pemberley is described as harmonious with nature, grand yet tasteful, reflecting Darcy’s restrained nobility and moral integrity. In contrast, Rosings is ostentatious, reflecting Lady Catherine’s excessive pride and lack of genuine refinement. The settings mirror their owners’ temperaments, reinforcing the theme of social class versus true gentility.
Which theme does the following quote convey, "Miss Darcy and her brother appeared, and this formidable introduction took place. With astonishment did Elizabeth see that her new acquaintance was at least as much embarrassed as herself. Since her being at Lambton, she had heard that Miss Darcy was exceedingly proud; but the observation of a very few minutes convinced her that she was exceedingly shy" (Austen 248).
Prejudice often stems from limited perspectives and false assumptions, and true understanding requires openness, experience, and self-examination.
What is ironic about Elizabeth’s rejection of Darcy’s first proposal?
Elizabeth accuses Darcy of excessive pride, yet she herself is guilty of prejudice against him, misjudging his character based on her first impressions and Wickham’s deceit. The irony lies in the fact that she embodies both traits mentioned in the title, just as Darcy does, making her rejection a moment of dramatic irony and self-fulfilling misjudgment.
Who said "'...Think only of the past as its remembrance gives you pleasure'"(Austen 351).
Elizabeth Bennet
Name the speaker and subject of the following quote, as well as what this indicates about their relationship: "'...Her face is too thin, her complexion has no brilliancy, and her features are not at all handsome'"(Austen 258).
Speaker: Miss Caroline Bingley
Subject: Elizabeth Bennet
Miss Bingley is jealous of Elizabeth
How does the town of Meryton function as a symbolic space in Lydia’s downfall?
Meryton, with its gossipy and idle nature, represents the dangers of unchecked frivolity. It enables Lydia’s reckless behavior by immersing her in superficial social pursuits, ultimately leading to her elopement with Wickham, a consequence of her exposure to Meryton’s values.
Which theme does the following quote convey, "'If you will thank me,' he replied, 'let it be yourself alone. That the wish of giving happiness to you might add force to the other inducements which led me on, I shall not attempt to deny. But your family owe me nothing. Much as I respect them, I believe, I thought only of you" (Austen 348).
True love is selfless and focused on the happiness of the other person, free from societal expectations or familial obligations.
Who is the speaker or this quote, and who is the speaker speaking to: "'It ought to be so; it must be so, while he retains the use of his reason. But your arts and allurements may, in a moment of infatuation, have made him forget what he owes to himself and to all his family. You may have drawn him in'" (Austen 337).
Lady Catherine de Bourgh is speaking to Elizabeth Bennet on the matter of Mr. Darcy's rumored proposal.
Who said "'And do you not think him a very handsome gentleman, Ma'am?'"(Austen 478)
Mrs. Reynolds
How does Mr. Bennet’s wit serve as both a source of humor and a flaw in his character?
While his sarcasm provides comic relief, it also underscores his disengagement from his family. His failure to guide Lydia’s behavior and his passive attitude toward his daughters’ futures reveal his negligence, making him a flawed father figure.
What town is Netherfield in?
What town is Rosings in?
What town is Pemberley in?
Hartfordshire
Kent
Darbyshire
Which theme does the following quote convey, "Mr. Bennet was among the earliest of those who waited on Mr. Bingley. He had always intended to visit him..." (Austen 6).
Familial love and responsibility are crucial, but neglecting these duties can lead to dysfunction and hardship.
Who is the speaker of this quote, and who is the speaker speaking to: "'I cannot give you credit for any philosophy of the kind. Your retrospections must be so totally void of reproach that the contentment arising from them is not of philosophy, but what is much better, of ignorance. But with me, it is not so. Painful recollections will intrude which cannot, which ought not to be repelled'" (Austen 351).
Mr. Fitzwilliam Darcy is speaking with Elizabeth Bennet about being unable and unwilling to forget the past, even as it is painful, as it caused necessary growth.