1. What is Mrs. Bennet's initial reaction to the news of their visitor shortly after Jane arrives home from Netherfield?
(a) She is thrilled and plans a lavish meal.
(b) She is upset and dislikes him.
(c) She is scared and feels intimidated.
(d) She is confused but flattered at the attention.

2. Why is Jane forced to stay at Netherfield overnight when she is asked to dine there by Miss Bingley?
(a) She twists her ankle and is unable to travel home.
(b) Miss Bingley asks her to stay.
(c) It falls dark faster than expected.
(d) She gets caught in the rain and falls ill.

3. Who defends Elizabeth when Miss Bingley starts speaking poorly of her after their dinner together?
(a) Mrs. Bennet.
(b) Jane.
(c) Mr. Hurst.
(d) Darcy and Bingley.

4. What does Lady Catherine do to Elizabeth during her first dinner at Lady Catherine's home?
(a) Instructs her in proper attire.
(b) Demeans her family.
(c) Peppers her with questions.
(d) Compliments her refusal of Mr. Collins.

5. Who comes to see Elizabeth while she is at home with a headache when she is supposed to be dining with Lady Catherine?
(a) Mr. Bingley.
(b) Admiral Filkham.
(c) Mr. Darcy.
(d) Colonel Fitzwilliam.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Mr. Collins think about Elizabeth's initial refusal of him the night after the ball at Netherfield?

2. What is the purpose behind the surprise visit to Elizabeth while she is at home with a headache when she is supposed to be dining with Lady Catherine?

3. What does Mr. Bennet tell Elizabeth he will do if she accepts Mr. Collin's proposal?

4. How does Jane travel to the Bingley's house when she is asked to dine there by Miss Bingley?

5. How does Mrs. Bennet respond to the news of Elizabeth's initial refusal the night after the ball at Longbourn?

(see the answer key)

This section contains 373 words
(approx. 2 pages at 300 words per page)

View a FREE sample

More summaries and resources for teaching or studying Pride and Prejudice.

View all Lesson Plans available from BookRags.

Copyrights

BookRags