Chapter 10 Quiz — Pride and Prejudice

by Jane Austen

Comprehension Quiz: Chapter 10

What is Darcy doing at the opening of Chapter 10?

Reading a book from the Netherfield library while the others play cards
Writing a letter to his sister while Miss Bingley watches and flatters him
Playing piquet with Mr. Bingley while discussing business matters
Walking in the shrubbery with Miss Bingley to discuss Pemberley affairs

How does Darcy respond to Miss Bingley's constant compliments about his letter-writing?

He thanks her warmly and encourages her continued attention to his progress
He receives her praises with "perfect unconcern," giving short, dismissive replies
He asks her politely to stop interrupting so he can finish his correspondence
He ignores her completely and pretends not to hear any of her remarks

What does Darcy say about the "appearance of humility"?

That it is the highest virtue a gentleman can possess in polite society
That it is often only carelessness of opinion, and sometimes an indirect boast
That it is essential for maintaining proper social relations among friends
That it reveals a person's true character more than any bold statement

What example does Darcy use to argue that Bingley is too easily persuaded?

He recalls how Bingley changed his mind about attending the Meryton assembly
He says if a friend told Bingley to stay as he was mounting his horse, Bingley would comply
He points out that Bingley invited the Bennets to dinner on someone else's suggestion
He reminds Bingley of a time he abandoned travel plans on a friend's casual advice

What does Elizabeth accuse Darcy of allowing nothing for?

The natural differences in temperament between rational and emotional people
The influence of friendship and affection on a person's decisions and actions
The importance of social conventions in governing polite behavior among acquaintances
The role of family obligations in shaping how young men conduct their affairs

How does Bingley humorously describe Darcy's imposing presence?

He says Darcy frightens servants with his stern expression and commanding voice
He says Darcy is "a more awful object" at his own house, especially "of a Sunday evening"
He says Darcy silences entire rooms merely by raising one eyebrow in disapproval
He says Darcy's height alone is enough to intimidate any man of lesser stature

What does Elizabeth notice about Darcy while Miss Bingley plays the pianoforte?

That he is tapping his foot along with the music and seems unusually relaxed
That his eyes are frequently fixed on Elizabeth, though she cannot understand why
That he is whispering critical remarks about the performance to Mrs. Hurst
That he has fallen asleep in his chair and is not paying attention to anyone

Why does Elizabeth say she refuses to dance the reel with Darcy?

Because she is too tired from attending to Jane and has no energy for dancing
Because she knows he wanted her to say yes so he could despise her taste
Because she finds the Scotch air unsuitable for a proper reel and prefers a minuet
Because she promised Miss Bingley she would not monopolize Darcy's attention

What does the narrator reveal about Darcy's feelings after Elizabeth's refusal to dance?

That he is deeply offended and resolves to pay her no further attention at all
That he has never been so bewitched by any woman, though her connections hold him back
That he admires her spirit but considers her beneath his notice as a marriage prospect
That he finds her amusing as a conversationalist but nothing more than a diversion

What does Miss Bingley sarcastically suggest about the portraits of Elizabeth's relatives?

That they should be painted by the finest London artist and displayed in every room
That Darcy should place their portraits at Pemberley, next to his great-uncle the judge
That they should be sent as wedding gifts to all the great families of the county
That they would look charming in the servants' quarters alongside the housekeeper's portrait

How does Darcy respond when Miss Bingley says no painter could capture Elizabeth's beautiful eyes?

He dismisses the idea entirely and says Elizabeth has no features worth painting
He says their expression is hard to catch, but their colour, shape, and fine eyelashes might be copied
He agrees completely and suggests they commission a portrait as a wedding present
He changes the subject abruptly to avoid revealing his growing feelings for Elizabeth

Why does Darcy suggest the walking party move to a wider avenue in the shrubbery?

Because the shrubbery path is overgrown and difficult to navigate in the afternoon
Because the path only admits three, and Mrs. Hurst's arrival has left Elizabeth walking alone
Because he wants to show Elizabeth a particular view of the grounds he finds impressive
Because Miss Bingley has complained about the uneven ground hurting her feet

What does Elizabeth say when she declines to join the wider walking path?

That she prefers to walk alone because she has much to think about regarding Jane's health
That the group is "charmingly grouped" and the "picturesque would be spoilt by admitting a fourth"
That she must return to the house immediately to check on her sister's condition
That she finds their company tiresome and would rather explore the grounds independently

What word does Darcy use to describe the quality of hasty action that Bingley takes pride in?

Impetuosity -- meaning rash and impulsive behavior driven by strong emotion
Precipitance -- meaning excessive haste that leaves necessary business undone
Frivolity -- meaning a lack of seriousness that undermines responsible conduct
Indolence -- meaning a lazy unwillingness to consider consequences before acting

What is Jane's condition by the end of Chapter 10?

She has taken a turn for the worse and requires a physician from London immediately
She has recovered enough to plan on leaving her room for a couple of hours that evening
She remains bedridden but is in better spirits after Elizabeth reads to her all afternoon
She is fully recovered and announces her intention to return home to Longbourn the next day

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