Glendale Community College » English » English 104 - Argumentation and Critical Thinking » Fall 2023 » Pride and Prejudice Quiz on Volume I Chapter 15-23

Question #1

According to Mr. Wickham, what is Mr. Darcy guilty of?

A. Stealing the estate that rightfully belonged to Mr. Wickham

B. Acting with pride towards him by refusing to be seen with him in public

C. Depriving him of a living promised to him by the late Mr. Darcy

Question #2

Which is NOT a reason Mr. Collins gives for wanting to marry?

A. That it is the wish of his patroness

B. That it is the right thing for a clergyman to do

C. That he is in love with Elizabeth and wants her as his wife

Question #3

What happens when Mrs. Bennet tries to get Mr. Bennet to force Elizabeth into marrying Mr. Collins?

A. Mr. Bennet says he will never see her again if she doesn’t obey her mother

B. Mr. Bennet says he will never see her again if she marries Mr. Collins

C. Mr. Bennet reluctantly complies

Question #4

What is Elizabeth’s reaction to Charlotte’s engagement to Mr. Collins?

A. Extreme delight that her friend has found happiness

B. Shock and disappointment in Charlotte

C. A reluctant but wise acceptance that Charlotte did what she had to

Question #5

Why is Mrs. Bennet so distressed over the engagement between Charlotte and Mr. Collins?

A. Because she thinks Mr. Collins is superior to Charlotte in every way

B. Because Charlotte Lucas will in the future take her place as mistress of Longbourn

C. Because she has a sort of crush on Mr. Collins (though never openly stated)