Question

Early in the novel, Elizabeth bases her ideas about Darcy and Wickham on her _____________.

Answer 1

C, A, C, and I think B

Answer 2

Answer:

C) prejudice

In the novel Pride and Prejudice, Elizabeth is a young, intelligent and strong woman. However, one of her flaws is that she can be prejudiced. This causes her to initially have a bad idea of Darcy and Wickham.

A) security

Charlotte is more pragmatic than Elizabeth, and she cares little about love in a marriage. Instead, she wants security and a comfortable life.

C) she has no respect for Mr.Collins

Mr. Collins is a pedantic character who thinks too much of himself. This leads Elizabeth to have no respect for him.

B) satire

The scene is a satire, because it is intended to criticize the shortcomings of Miss Bingley. She wants to attract Darcy's attention and this leads her to act foolishly.