Characters (Leaving Cert English): Flashcards

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Elizabeth Bennet's key character traits

Sharp wit, critical nature, independent spirit

Elizabeth's quote showing self-realisation

'Till this moment I never knew myself'

Darcy's defining character trait

Pride and sense of superiority

What 'ardently' emphasises in Darcy's proposal

Intensity of his emotions

Jane Bennet's defining characteristic

Gentle nature, sees the best in others

Mr Bingley's main weakness

Susceptible to others' opinions, indecisive

Mr Bennet's dominant trait

Sarcasm and cynical view of society

Mrs Bennet's main preoccupation

To get her daughters married

Lydia Bennet's key character flaw

Immaturity and flippant attitude

Lydia's quote revealing immaturity

'What a good joke it will be!'

Mr Collins's view of marriage

Duty and social obligation, not love

Mr Collins's trait shown when rejected

Arrogance and lack of self-awareness

Lady Catherine's defining traits

Entitlement, class superiority, arrogance

Lady Catherine's view of Elizabeth

Unworthy due to lower social status

What Elizabeth values over appearances

Genuine connections

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