Pride and Prejudice

Pride and Prejudice

by

Jane Austen

Pride and Prejudice: Chapter 3 Quiz 5 questions

Test your knowledge of Chapter 3. Submit your answers to see your results and get feedback.
Which of the following does Austen aim to portray by focusing on families like the Bingleys, Darcys, and Bennets?
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The dynamics and struggles of the lower class
The lavish lifestyle of the upper class
The societal and class dynamics of her society on a small scale
The emphasis on individual accomplishments over family status
How are Darcy and Bingley perceived at the ball in Meryton?
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Darcy is friendly and approachable, while Bingley is reserved and distant
Both Darcy and Bingley are popular and well-received
Both Darcy and Bingley are perceived as rude and arrogant
Darcy comes across as proud and aloof, while Bingley is friendly and sociable
What role did balls play in the social dynamics of Austen's time?
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Balls were rare events that were only held for special occasions
Balls served as opportunities for men to display their wealth and power
Balls were among the few socially acceptable venues for interactions between the sexes
Balls were the main opportunity for political discussions and alliances
What do Darcy and Elizabeth's interactions at the Meryton ball suggest about their characters?
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Darcy is prideful and dismissive of the country people, while Elizabeth is prideful enough to be stung by his insult
Darcy is humble and open-minded, while Elizabeth is vain and quick to judge
Both Darcy and Elizabeth display a lack of interest in societal norms
Elizabeth is portrayed as being overly sensitive, while Darcy is just being honest
How does Mrs. Bennet respond to the events of the Meryton ball?
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She praises Darcy for his honesty and criticizes Bingley for dancing too much
She is excited about Bingley's interest in Jane and shows disdain for Darcy's pride
She is indifferent to the events of the ball and doesn't express any opinions
She criticizes both Bingley and Darcy for their behavior towards her daughters