Themes (Leaving Cert English): Quizzes
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What does Elizabeth & Darcy's relationship show a successful marriage is based on?
What does Elizabeth & Darcy's relationship show a successful marriage is based on?
Understanding and equality
Why does Charlotte Lucas marry Mr. Collins?
Why does Charlotte Lucas marry Mr. Collins?
Financial security
According to Austen, what should marriage be based on?
According to Austen, what should marriage be based on?
Love, respect & mutual understanding
How does the Bennets' low social standing impact their daughters?
How does the Bennets' low social standing impact their daughters?
Affects marriage prospects
What attitude does Lady Catherine display toward those beneath her?
What attitude does Lady Catherine display toward those beneath her?
Condescending
What does Austen advocate for judging people based on?
What does Austen advocate for judging people based on?
Character rather than social status
What is Darcy's initial flaw regarding social standing?
What is Darcy's initial flaw regarding social standing?
Pride in his social standing
What misleads Elizabeth about Darcy's true character?
What misleads Elizabeth about Darcy's true character?
Information provided by Wickham
How can pride and prejudice affect relationships?
How can pride and prejudice affect relationships?
Cloud judgement and hinder them
What event particularly risks the Bennet family's reputation?
What event particularly risks the Bennet family's reputation?
Lydia's elopement with Wickham
How does Elizabeth treat her family despite their flaws?
How does Elizabeth treat her family despite their flaws?
Remains loyal to them
What does Austen emphasise through the theme of family and reputation?
What does Austen emphasise through the theme of family and reputation?
Personal integrity and loyalty