Sunday, March 22, 2009

P& P #3 3.20: 11-16

Quote- "She attracted him more than he liked; and Miss Bingley was uncivil to her, and more teasing to himself. He widely resolved to be particularly careful that no sign of admiration escape" (Austen 58).

Explanation- In this passage Elizabeth has decided to leave Mr. Bingley's estate because she believes she has outwelcomed her stay. Ms. Bingley is happy for her leaving as Elizabeth is taking all of Darcy's attention away from her. Mr. Darcy is paricularly indifferent about her leaving, but it seems like he wants Ms. Bennet to leave. He seems to notice that he is being attracted to Elizabeth more and more. He is to proud to admit this to anyone, because it could be seen as a fault in his character. And Mr. Darcy is to proud to let that happen.

Multiple Choice-
"It has often led him to be liberal and generous; to give his money freely, to display hospitably, to assist his teneranys, and relieve the poor. Family pride, and filial pride, he is very proud of what his father was, have done this" (79).
This passage most relates to which character:
A) Mr. Collins
B) Mr. Darcy
C) Mr.Bingley
D) Mr. Bennet

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