Darcy's actions
What did Mr. Darcy secretly pay for?
Mr. Wickham's debts
Who first writes to inform the Bennets about Lydia’s elopement?
Colonel Forster
What does Elizabeth feel when she learns of Darcy’s role in Lydia’s marriage?
Shock, gratitude, and confusion about his character
Who encourages Bingley to return to Netherfield?
Mr. Darcy
What does Lydia’s elopement suggest about women’s reputations in society?
Reputation is dependent on marriage, scandal, and societal status
Where did Mr. Darcy find Lydia and Wickham?
London
Why does Wickham agree to marry Lydia?
Because Darcy paid off his debts and secured him a commission in the army
Why does Elizabeth struggle to express gratitude to Darcy?
Because she worries he no longer has feelings for her
How does Jane react to Bingley’s return?
She remains calm and does not assume that he still loves her
How is Bingley and Jane’s marriage different from Lydia and Wickham’s?
Jane and Bingley’s is based on mutual love rather than a grasp for money or status
Why did Darcy keep his involvement in Lydia’s marriage secret?
How does Mrs. Bennet react to Lydia’s marriage?
She is thrilled and unbothered
What does Elizabeth fear about Darcy’s feelings for her?
That he has moved on after her earlier rejection
How does Jane react when Bingley proposes to her?
She is overwhelmed with joy and surprise
Why does Mrs. Bennet care more about marriage than love?
She views marriage as a financial security rather than a choice
How does Darcy’s approach to Elizabeth in these chapters differ from his first proposal?
Darcy now acts with humility and respect
What about Darcy does Lydia accidentally reveal to Elizabeth?
That Darcy attended her wedding
How does Elizabeth describe Darcy’s generosity in her conversation with Jane?
Darcy is truly and unexpectedly kind and has gone beyond expectations to help her family
How does Bingley behave when he first visits Longbourn again?
He is warm and friendly but seems nervous
What does Elizabeth’s reaction to Darcy’s help reveal about her personal growth?
She recognizes that true nobility comes from actions, not social status
What reason does Darcy give Elizabeth for his actions?
He did it out of love and responsibility for Elizabeth and to protect her family's reputation.
Why does Lydia believe she has done something admirable by eloping with Wickham?
What does Elizabeth learn about her own prejudice towards Darcy?
Elizabeth begins to see Darcy as not just proud, but as a man of integrity and compassion
How does Mrs. Bennet react to Bingley and Jane’s engagement?
She is overjoyed and cannot contain her excitement
What role does social class play in the relationship between Darcy and Elizabeth in these chapters?
Personal merit and moral integrity can overcome class boundaries