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The document provides biographical information about Jane Austen and an overview of the characters and plot of her novel Pride and Prejudice. It describes Austen's life and background, the time period and setting of the novel in England, and character summaries of the main characters including Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy, whose marriage is the central romantic plot point of the story. It also includes discussion questions to test the reader's understanding of details from the novel.

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Jane Austen Pride and Prejudice Biographical Info Character Map Take the quiz! Characters
 
Jane Austen 16 December 1775 – 18 July 1817 Original title of Pride and Prejudice was First Impressions Other major novels include Emma, Sense and Sensibility, Mansfield Park, Persuasion and Northanger Abby Considered to be an early feminist Jane Austen never married, which was quite unusual for the time period. Never achieved recognition or fame during her lifetime; only truly appreciated after her death Novels known for their light irony, humor, and depiction of contemporary English country life Also touched on serious social issues, especially the role of women in society
Setting Set in Longbourn, in rural England Time frame is some point during the Napoleonic Wars (1797-1815)   Many of the locations are real places in England (both towns and estates)
Main Characters Elizabeth Bennet Charlotte Lucas Jane Bennet Mr. Collins Kitty and Mary Bennet Caroline Bingley Lydia Bennet Mr. Bingley Mr. Bennet Mr. Darcy Mrs. Bennet Mr. Wickham
Jane Bennet eldest of the Bennet sisters Considered the most beautiful lady in the neighborhood Her sweet nature and timidity provides a contrast to Elizabeth’s more blunt, outgoing personality Wishes to see the good in everyone
Quiz Question 1 Question 6 Question 2 Question 7 Question 3 Question 8 Question 4 Question 9 Question 5 Question 10 As a treat, when you are finished, click here!
Question 1 Before marrying Lydia Bennett, George Wickham nearly eloped with Georgiana, the sister of… Charles Bingley Jane Bennett Fitzwilliam Darcy Charlotte Lucas
Question 2 Which of the following characters is NOT a Bennett sister? Elizabeth (Lizzie) Jane Charlotte Kitty Mary
Mrs. Bennet Wife of Mr. Bennet, mother of Lizzie, Jane, Kitty, Mary, and Lydia Her main objective in life is to find (wealthy) husbands for her five daughters portrayed as frivolous, excitable and narrow-minded She is susceptible to attacks of tremors and palpitations, and her public manners are embarrassing to her eldest daughters.
Mr. Bennet Father of five daughters, husband of Mrs. Bennet. Portrayed as bookish and intelligent, somewhat withdrawn from society dislikes the frivolity of his wife and three younger daughters Identifies most with Lizzie
Elizabeth (Lizzie) Bennet main female protagonist Second oldest Bennet daughter Portrayed as intelligent, lively, attractive, and witty, if a bit judgmental Initially attracted to Mr. Wickham closest to her sister Jane, father, and Charlotte Lucas Marries Mr. Darcy
Mary & Kitty Mary Bennet Third oldest child of Mr. and Mrs. Bennet Mary is quiet, plain, and strives to be accomplished. Spends most of her time reading and studying Catherine (Kitty) Bennet fourth Bennet sister Portrayed as a less headstrong but equally frivolous shadow of Lydia
Lydia Bennet youngest Bennet sister Portrayed as frivolous and headstrong Enjoys socializing with military officers stationed nearby Dominates Kitty (her sidekick), and doted on by her mother Mrs. Bennet Marries Mr. Wickham
Charles Bingley Recently rented Netherfield estate near Longbourn (new to the neighborhood) Described as handsome, good-natured and wealthy, if a little less intelligent than his good friend Mr. Darcy kinder and more charming than Mr. Darcy Easily influenced by others Marries Jane Bennet
Mr. William Collins Mr. Bennet’s cousin who will inherit his estate A clergyman who works for Mr. Darcy’s aunt Portrayed as naively stupid and socially awkward Proposes to Lizzie Bennet Marries Charlotte Lucas
Mr. George Wickham Military officer stationed near Meryton old acquaintance of Mr. Darcy Very charming, if a bit superficial Befriends the Bennets Speaks poorly of Mr. Darcy Eventually turns out to be a cad Marries Lydia Bennet after nearly ruining her reputation by running off with her
Mr. Fitzwilliam Darcy Wealthy, unmarried owner of Pemberley, a vast estate in Derbyshire. Has one younger sister, Georgiana Portrayed as handsome and intelligent, but not sociable Very concerned with decorum and moral superiority Seems to disapprove of the relationship between Jane Bennet and Charles Bingley Eventually marries Lizzie Bennet
Charlotte Lucas Plain, single friend of Elizabeth Bennet Understands her social position and prospects objectively Very intelligent and perceptive Accepts Mr. Collins’ suit because it offers her security and a position in society Eventually marries Mr. Collins
Caroline Bingley Unmarried, attractive sister of Charles Bingley Has aspirations of high levels of aristocracy (especially through marriage to Mr. Darcy) Looks down upon almost everyone else Her behavior (especially toward the Bennets) is arrogant, offensive, mean, jealous, cunning and false Dead set against a marriage between her brother and Jane Bennet
Amazingly astute! Proceed to the next question!
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Question 3 Lydia is forced to marry George Wickham because… They are desperately in love Her reputation would have been ruined otherwise She needed the money for her family She is expecting a child
Question 4 Why does Mrs. Bennet wish for Lizzie to marry Mr. Collins? He is incredibly handsome He will inherit the Bennet’s house, and she would rather it stay in the family He is a rich gentleman of leisure and can provide a lavish life for her As the oldest daughter it is up to Lizzie to set a good example of marriage for her sisters
Question 5 Which character most strongly opposes Jane and Charles Bingley’s relationship? Caroline Bingley Mr. Darcy Mrs. Bennet Mr. Collins
Question 6 The original title of Pride and Prejudice was… Sense and Sensibility Meryton Park Initial Impressions First Impressions
Question 7 Who owns the large estate of Pemberley? Mr. Collins Mr. Wickham Mr. Darcy Mr. Bingley
Question 8 Which of the following best describes Kitty? Intelligent and free-thinking A silly, ready follower A quiet, bookish girl Nasty and rude, not sociable
Question 9 Although she eventually marries Mr. Darcy, Lizzie was initially attracted to whom? Mr. Wickham Mr. Collins Mr. Bingley Mr. Bennet
Question 10 Which daughter does Mr. Bennet most closely identify with? Jane Lydia Kitty Lizzie
 

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Pride and Prejudice

  • 1. Jane Austen Pride and Prejudice Biographical Info Character Map Take the quiz! Characters
  • 2.  
  • 3. Jane Austen 16 December 1775 – 18 July 1817 Original title of Pride and Prejudice was First Impressions Other major novels include Emma, Sense and Sensibility, Mansfield Park, Persuasion and Northanger Abby Considered to be an early feminist Jane Austen never married, which was quite unusual for the time period. Never achieved recognition or fame during her lifetime; only truly appreciated after her death Novels known for their light irony, humor, and depiction of contemporary English country life Also touched on serious social issues, especially the role of women in society
  • 4. Setting Set in Longbourn, in rural England Time frame is some point during the Napoleonic Wars (1797-1815)   Many of the locations are real places in England (both towns and estates)
  • 5. Main Characters Elizabeth Bennet Charlotte Lucas Jane Bennet Mr. Collins Kitty and Mary Bennet Caroline Bingley Lydia Bennet Mr. Bingley Mr. Bennet Mr. Darcy Mrs. Bennet Mr. Wickham
  • 6. Jane Bennet eldest of the Bennet sisters Considered the most beautiful lady in the neighborhood Her sweet nature and timidity provides a contrast to Elizabeth’s more blunt, outgoing personality Wishes to see the good in everyone
  • 7. Quiz Question 1 Question 6 Question 2 Question 7 Question 3 Question 8 Question 4 Question 9 Question 5 Question 10 As a treat, when you are finished, click here!
  • 8. Question 1 Before marrying Lydia Bennett, George Wickham nearly eloped with Georgiana, the sister of… Charles Bingley Jane Bennett Fitzwilliam Darcy Charlotte Lucas
  • 9. Question 2 Which of the following characters is NOT a Bennett sister? Elizabeth (Lizzie) Jane Charlotte Kitty Mary
  • 10. Mrs. Bennet Wife of Mr. Bennet, mother of Lizzie, Jane, Kitty, Mary, and Lydia Her main objective in life is to find (wealthy) husbands for her five daughters portrayed as frivolous, excitable and narrow-minded She is susceptible to attacks of tremors and palpitations, and her public manners are embarrassing to her eldest daughters.
  • 11. Mr. Bennet Father of five daughters, husband of Mrs. Bennet. Portrayed as bookish and intelligent, somewhat withdrawn from society dislikes the frivolity of his wife and three younger daughters Identifies most with Lizzie
  • 12. Elizabeth (Lizzie) Bennet main female protagonist Second oldest Bennet daughter Portrayed as intelligent, lively, attractive, and witty, if a bit judgmental Initially attracted to Mr. Wickham closest to her sister Jane, father, and Charlotte Lucas Marries Mr. Darcy
  • 13. Mary & Kitty Mary Bennet Third oldest child of Mr. and Mrs. Bennet Mary is quiet, plain, and strives to be accomplished. Spends most of her time reading and studying Catherine (Kitty) Bennet fourth Bennet sister Portrayed as a less headstrong but equally frivolous shadow of Lydia
  • 14. Lydia Bennet youngest Bennet sister Portrayed as frivolous and headstrong Enjoys socializing with military officers stationed nearby Dominates Kitty (her sidekick), and doted on by her mother Mrs. Bennet Marries Mr. Wickham
  • 15. Charles Bingley Recently rented Netherfield estate near Longbourn (new to the neighborhood) Described as handsome, good-natured and wealthy, if a little less intelligent than his good friend Mr. Darcy kinder and more charming than Mr. Darcy Easily influenced by others Marries Jane Bennet
  • 16. Mr. William Collins Mr. Bennet’s cousin who will inherit his estate A clergyman who works for Mr. Darcy’s aunt Portrayed as naively stupid and socially awkward Proposes to Lizzie Bennet Marries Charlotte Lucas
  • 17. Mr. George Wickham Military officer stationed near Meryton old acquaintance of Mr. Darcy Very charming, if a bit superficial Befriends the Bennets Speaks poorly of Mr. Darcy Eventually turns out to be a cad Marries Lydia Bennet after nearly ruining her reputation by running off with her
  • 18. Mr. Fitzwilliam Darcy Wealthy, unmarried owner of Pemberley, a vast estate in Derbyshire. Has one younger sister, Georgiana Portrayed as handsome and intelligent, but not sociable Very concerned with decorum and moral superiority Seems to disapprove of the relationship between Jane Bennet and Charles Bingley Eventually marries Lizzie Bennet
  • 19. Charlotte Lucas Plain, single friend of Elizabeth Bennet Understands her social position and prospects objectively Very intelligent and perceptive Accepts Mr. Collins’ suit because it offers her security and a position in society Eventually marries Mr. Collins
  • 20. Caroline Bingley Unmarried, attractive sister of Charles Bingley Has aspirations of high levels of aristocracy (especially through marriage to Mr. Darcy) Looks down upon almost everyone else Her behavior (especially toward the Bennets) is arrogant, offensive, mean, jealous, cunning and false Dead set against a marriage between her brother and Jane Bennet
  • 21. Amazingly astute! Proceed to the next question!
  • 23. Question 3 Lydia is forced to marry George Wickham because… They are desperately in love Her reputation would have been ruined otherwise She needed the money for her family She is expecting a child
  • 24. Question 4 Why does Mrs. Bennet wish for Lizzie to marry Mr. Collins? He is incredibly handsome He will inherit the Bennet’s house, and she would rather it stay in the family He is a rich gentleman of leisure and can provide a lavish life for her As the oldest daughter it is up to Lizzie to set a good example of marriage for her sisters
  • 25. Question 5 Which character most strongly opposes Jane and Charles Bingley’s relationship? Caroline Bingley Mr. Darcy Mrs. Bennet Mr. Collins
  • 26. Question 6 The original title of Pride and Prejudice was… Sense and Sensibility Meryton Park Initial Impressions First Impressions
  • 27. Question 7 Who owns the large estate of Pemberley? Mr. Collins Mr. Wickham Mr. Darcy Mr. Bingley
  • 28. Question 8 Which of the following best describes Kitty? Intelligent and free-thinking A silly, ready follower A quiet, bookish girl Nasty and rude, not sociable
  • 29. Question 9 Although she eventually marries Mr. Darcy, Lizzie was initially attracted to whom? Mr. Wickham Mr. Collins Mr. Bingley Mr. Bennet
  • 30. Question 10 Which daughter does Mr. Bennet most closely identify with? Jane Lydia Kitty Lizzie
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