Pride and Prejudice CHpater 1-10 study guide

Who is the wealthy gentleman that moves into Netherfield Park?

Mr. Bingley

How does Jane Bennet react to Mr. Bingley at the Meryton ball?

She is charmed and polite

How does Elizabeth Bennet first meet Mr. Darcy?

At the Maryton Ball; notices his pride and even comments on her appearance. What a bum lowkey

What is Mr. Darcy's initial impression of Elizabeth Bennet?

He thinks she is tolerable, but not handsome enough

What concern does Mrs. Bennet have about her daughters?

Finding suitable husbands

Who is Charlotte Lucas and what is her attitude towards marriage?

Elizabeth's friend, practical

Note: Charlotte sees marriage as a necessity rather than a romantic ideal.

How does Mr. Bingley feel about Jane Bennet?

He likes her very much

Describe Mr. Darcy's behavior at the Meryton ball.

Arrogant and proud

Note: His pride and haughtiness make him unpopular in the social setting.

What role does Mr. Bennet play in his family dynamics?

A humorous observer, often sarcastic

Note: He enjoys teasing his family but also provides wisdom and perspective.

Major Events

Arrival of Mr. Bingley at Netherfield Park.

Meryton ball: Elizabeth meets Darcy; tension introduced due to pride.

Jane visits Netherfield and becomes ill; Elizabeth stays to care for her—Darcy's pride and social observations

highlighted.

Early social events and dances showcase manners, class, and potential marriages.

Key Characters

Elizabeth Bennet: Witty, independent, outspoken; judges character rather than wealth.

Jane Bennet: Gentle, reserved, polite; admired for beauty and kindness.

Mr. Bingley: Wealthy, friendly; rents Netherfield Park, interested in Jane.

Mr. Darcy: Wealthy, proud, socially conscious; first impression of Elizabeth is critical.

Mrs. Bennet: Obsessed with marrying off daughters for financial security.

Mr. Bennet: Sarcastic, humorous, insightful; contrasts Mrs. Bennet's anxiety.

Charlotte Lucas: Practical, views marriage as security, not romance.

Why is Mr. Collins (The Cousin) important in the early chapters?

He is heir to the Bennet estate.

Note: He is set to inherit Longbourn due to entailment, which pressures the daughters' marriage prospects.

What does the term 'entailment' refer to in the novel?

Property inheritance rules.

Note: Explains why the Bennet daughters cannot inherit Longbourn and must marry well.

Why does Mrs. Bennet like Mr. Bingley?

He is wealthy and unmarried.

Note: She sees him as a perfect match for Jane.

How does Elizabeth react to Darcy's insult at the ball?

She is offended and proud.

Note: Sparks initial conflict between them.

What effect does Jane's illness at Netherfield have on the plot?

It gives Elizabeth and Darcy time to interact.

Note: Reveals Darcy's pride and develops the relationship tension.

Why is the Meryton ball significant?

It is where Jane and Bingley meet and Elizabeth meets Darcy.

Note: Sets up key social interactions, relationships, and conflicts.

How much does Mr. Bingley make?

£5,000 a year

What prevents Bingley from being able to attend the dinner?

A requirement that he be in town the day of the dinner

What rumor floated around Hertfordshire while Bingley was away in the city?

That he had left to prepare a party for the ball and would be returning with twelve ladies and seven gentlemen

How many people did Bingley return to Hertfordshire with?

six women (5 sisters, 1 cousin), and 7 gentleman

What close family friend of the Bennet's is a knight?

Sir William Lucas

Who comes to visit Longbourn in chapter 6?

Mrs. Hurst and Caroline (Bingley's sisters)

Why does Mrs. Bennet force Jane to go on horseback to the Netherfeild home knowing it's raining?

Because she knows she'll catch a cold and out of respect from the Bingley's they won't let her leave in such conditions

What does Elizabeth dislike about Mr. Bingley's sisters?

They are insincere towards Jane and arrogant about wealth and rank

What effect does receiving the knighthood have on Sir Lucas?

He becomes more ceremonious in the way he speaks and behaves, trying to imitate formality of a higher society (tryna look like he's all that)

Whom did Bingley call the prettiest woman in the room?

Jane Bennet

Why, according to Charlotte, should a woman not conceal her affections too well?

Charlotte believes that if a woman hides her feelings too much, a man may not realize she is interested and may lose motivation to persue her

What "gallant thing" does Sir Lucas intend to do? What response does Elizabeth make? How does Darcy respond?

While Elizabeth is standing near Mr. Darcy, Sir William comes up and urges Darcy to ask Elizabeth to dance. He calls it a "gallant thing" to bring them together:

To Darcy, what is a key feature of an accomplished woman?

Darcy values a woman who's intellect and depth of mind, not just superficial talents

What opportunity does Mrs. Bennet take to again praise Jane to Bingley?

She loudly begins praising her daughter while Mr Bingley is nearby and boast about Jane's beauty and sweetness

What does Lydia do before quitting Netherfeild?

before leaving Netherfield, Lydia boldly reminds Bingley about the ball, showing her lack of restraint and eagerness for parties.

Who's Lydia?

Lydia Bennet is the youngest of the five sisters. Described as reckless, flirtation and silly

Why do the Miss Lucases and the Miss Bennets meet after the ball? What does this activity tell you?

To discuss and analyze everything that happens at the ball especially the connection with Mr. Bingley

Why does Elizabeth's opinion of Mrs. Hurst and Miss Bingley (Bingley's Sisters) change?

because she realizes their kindness to Jane is only superficial. While they pretend to care, they quickly grow bored of her illness and focus only on impressing Darcy and Bingley, showing their selfishness and insincerity.

What does Darcy think of studying characters in the country? What does Elizabeth note to contradict his point of View?

Darcy claims country society is too uniform to study characters, but Elizabeth hates that variety exists

The Sisters in Order

Jane - The oldest, fairest and most kind

Elizabeth - protagonist/ second oldest

Mary - Middle child/ plain looking but deep thinker

Kitty and Lydia - the youngest sisters also the most frivolous

Who are Mr. Bingleys two sisters?

Caroline and Louisa

Who's the husband of Louisa?

Mr. Hurst

How far away were the Bennet's home away from the Bingley's in Netherfeild?

three miles

What does Charlotte think of Darcys character?

That he has the right to be arrogant and proud because of his wealth and status

What does Darcy notice about Elizabeth

Her Fine Eyes

Mr. Bingley is also a?

Bachelor