Chapter 32 Quiz — Pride and Prejudice

by Jane Austen

Comprehension Quiz: Chapter 32

What is Elizabeth doing when Mr. Darcy unexpectedly arrives at the parsonage?

Reading a novel Charlotte lent her from Lady Catherine's library
Writing a letter to Jane while sitting alone in the room
Practicing on the pianoforte that Lady Catherine had sent over
Preparing tea for Charlotte and Maria's return from the village

Who does Elizabeth initially expect the visitor at the door to be?

Mr. Collins, returning early from his parish duties for the day
Colonel Fitzwilliam, who had expressed admiration for Elizabeth
Lady Catherine, since no carriage was heard arriving at the house
Mr. Bingley, come to explain his long absence from Netherfield

What excuse does Darcy give for his visit to the parsonage?

He says Lady Catherine sent him with a message for Mrs. Collins
He claims he was merely passing by on his walk through the grounds
He says he understood all the ladies were to be at home that morning
He explains that Colonel Fitzwilliam asked him to deliver an invitation

What does Darcy say about Bingley's plans for Netherfield?

He confirms that Bingley plans to return to Netherfield in the spring
He says Bingley may spend very little time there and could sell if an offer comes
He reveals that Bingley has already sold the property to another family
He admits he personally persuaded Bingley to give up the Netherfield lease

How does Elizabeth describe Charlotte's decision to marry Mr. Collins?

She says it was the wisest decision Charlotte has ever made in her life
She says it may not be the wisest thing Charlotte ever did, though it is a good prudential match
She says Charlotte made a terrible mistake and will surely regret the marriage
She says she admires Charlotte's courage but cannot understand the attraction at all

What disagreement arises between Darcy and Elizabeth about distance?

Whether London is too far from Netherfield for Bingley to manage his estate
Whether the walk from Rosings to the parsonage is too long for daily visits
Whether fifty miles between Hunsford and Hertfordshire is an easy distance or not
Whether Elizabeth should have traveled to Kent by public coach or private carriage

What does Darcy do immediately after saying "You cannot have been always at Longbourn"?

He stands and paces the room while awaiting her response intently
He draws back his chair, picks up a newspaper, and asks about Kent in a colder voice
He leans forward and asks Elizabeth about her favorite places to travel
He excuses himself abruptly and leaves the room without saying goodbye

What does Charlotte say to Elizabeth after Darcy leaves?

She warns Elizabeth to be careful not to offend Lady Catherine's nephew
She says Darcy must be in love with Elizabeth or he would not have called so familiarly
She says Darcy seemed rude and she hopes he will not visit again soon
She suggests Elizabeth should encourage Darcy's attentions for practical reasons

What reason do Charlotte and Elizabeth ultimately settle on for Darcy's visit?

He was sent by Lady Catherine to check whether Elizabeth was a suitable guest
He came because he is secretly in love with Elizabeth and cannot stay away
He had difficulty finding anything to do, since all field sports were over for the season
He wanted to ask Elizabeth about Bingley's feelings toward Jane Bennet

How does Elizabeth compare Colonel Fitzwilliam to George Wickham?

She finds Colonel Fitzwilliam more charming and better-looking than Wickham
She thinks Colonel Fitzwilliam has less captivating manners but possibly a better-informed mind
She considers them equally untrustworthy despite their different social stations
She prefers Wickham's intelligence but admires Colonel Fitzwilliam's honesty more

How does Darcy typically behave during his frequent visits to the parsonage?

He is lively and engaged, entertaining the ladies with stories of London society
He often sits for ten minutes without speaking, and his talk seems forced when it comes
He monopolizes Elizabeth's attention while ignoring Charlotte and Maria completely
He reads aloud from books to the group while Charlotte and Maria do needlework

How does Charlotte describe the way Darcy looks at Elizabeth?

With a look of cold disapproval and superior condescension toward her
With an earnest, steadfast gaze, though whether it reflects admiration is uncertain
With obvious delight and warmth that leaves no doubt about his intentions
With a distracted, indifferent expression that suggests he barely notices her

Why does Charlotte refrain from pressing Elizabeth about Darcy's possible feelings?

She believes Elizabeth already knows and is deliberately ignoring the signs
She fears raising expectations that might only end in disappointment for Elizabeth
She thinks Darcy is too proud and Elizabeth should not lower herself to pursue him
She is jealous and does not want Elizabeth to marry better than she did

What practical advantage does Darcy hold over Colonel Fitzwilliam as a potential match for Elizabeth?

Darcy owns the larger estate and could provide a more comfortable home
Darcy has considerable patronage in the church, while Colonel Fitzwilliam has none
Darcy is the elder son and will inherit a title that Colonel Fitzwilliam cannot
Darcy has already expressed his intentions openly while the Colonel has not

What key theme does the distance debate between Darcy and Elizabeth foreshadow?

The economic inequality that separates their social classes permanently
The emotional and social gap between them that must be bridged before they can unite
The geographical impossibility of maintaining friendships in Regency England
The superiority of city life over rural country existence in the period

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