Chapter 51 Quiz — Pride and Prejudice

How does Mrs. Bennet react when Lydia and Wickham arrive at Longbourn?

• She refuses to speak to them
• She embraces Lydia and welcomes them with rapture
• She bursts into tears of shame
• She lectures Lydia on her behavior

Which five adjectives does Austen use to describe Lydia upon her return to Longbourn?

• Timid, ashamed, quiet, subdued, and remorseful
• Untamed, unabashed, wild, noisy, and fearless
• Happy, grateful, humble, polite, and gentle
• Reckless, tearful, nervous, bold, and proud

Lydia shows off her wedding ring to William Goulding by resting her hand on the carriage window frame.

Mr. Bennet warmly embraces Wickham and welcomes him to the family.

Why does Lydia claim she should take Jane's place at the dinner table?

• Because she is the youngest sister
• Because she is a married woman and holds higher precedence
• Because Mrs. Bennet asked her to
• Because she arrived as a guest

What does Elizabeth observe about Wickham's feelings for Lydia?

• He is deeply in love with her
• His affection is not equal to Lydia's for him
• He openly expresses regret about the marriage
• He ignores her completely

Lydia reveals that Mr. Darcy was present at her wedding ceremony.

In the sentence "wished them both joy with an alacrity which shewed no doubt of their happiness," what does "alacrity" mean?

• Reluctance or hesitation
• Brisk and cheerful readiness
• Anger or displeasure
• Quiet dignity

What does Elizabeth do after learning of Darcy's involvement in the wedding?

• She confronts Lydia and demands more details
• She discusses it privately with Jane
• She writes a letter to her aunt, Mrs. Gardiner, requesting an explanation
• She writes directly to Mr. Darcy

Jane discusses Lydia's revelation about Darcy privately with Elizabeth.

What does "conjectures" mean in the passage "Conjectures as to the meaning of it, rapid and wild, hurried into her brain"?

• Confirmed facts
• Memories or recollections
• Opinions formed on incomplete information; guesses
• Emotional outbursts

How long are Lydia and Wickham to stay at Longbourn?

• One month
• A fortnight (two weeks)
• No more than ten days
• Three days

Where is Wickham's regiment stationed after the visit?

• Brighton
• London
• Newcastle
• Meryton