Pride and Prejudice, Chapter 9 Quiz

True or false: Darcy gives into peer pressure from Miss Bingley and begins to criticize Lizzy in her absence.

Question Answer Choices False True

How did Mrs. Bennet react to Jane's illness upon seeing her at Netherfield?

Question Answer Choices Upon realizing she was not deathly ill, she hoped her recovery would be prolonged so Jane could extend her stay at Netherfield. Upon seeing how serious Jane's illness was, she immediately regretted forcing Jane to travel to Netherfield on horseback in the rain.

Which woman exposes her poor manners and lack of social grace?

Question Answer Choices Elizabeth Bennet Mrs. Hurst Mrs. Bennet Caroline Bingley

Who does Mrs. Bennet say is the prettiest Bennet daughter?

Question Answer Choices Jane Elizabeth Lydia Mary

According to Austen, Lydia had _______ spirits.

Question Answer Choices subdued angelic refined animal

What prompts Mr. Bingley to promise to hold a ball at Netherfield?

Question Answer Choices Jane tells him she thinks it would cheer her spirits and help her recovery. Lydia abruptly reminds him of his earlier promise. Darcy mentions that he regrets not dancing more at the earlier ball. Mrs. Bennet impolitely asks him whether he does not plan to keep his earlier promise to hold the ball.