Chapter 7 Practice Quiz — Pride and Prejudice
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Practice Quiz: Chapter 7
How much is Mr. Bennet's estate worth per year?
Two thousand pounds a year.
What is the entailment on Mr. Bennet's estate?
The estate is entailed in default of heirs male on a distant relation, meaning the Bennet daughters cannot inherit it.
How much money did Mrs. Bennet inherit from her father?
Four thousand pounds.
What was Mrs. Bennet's father's profession?
An attorney in Meryton.
How far is Longbourn from Meryton?
Only one mile.
What military presence has recently arrived in Meryton?
A militia regiment, stationed there for the whole winter.
Which two Bennet sisters are most obsessed with the officers?
Catherine (Kitty) and Lydia, the two youngest.
What does Mr. Bennet call Kitty and Lydia?
"Two of the silliest girls in the country."
Who sends Jane an invitation to dinner at Netherfield?
Miss Bingley (Caroline Bingley).
Why are the Bingley gentlemen not dining at Netherfield that evening?
They are dining with the officers.
Why does Mrs. Bennet refuse to let Jane take the carriage?
She wants Jane to ride on horseback because rain is likely, forcing Jane to stay overnight at Netherfield near Mr. Bingley.
What happens to Jane as a result of riding on horseback?
She is caught in the rain, catches a violent cold, and is too ill to return home.
How does Mrs. Bennet react to Jane's illness?
She is delighted, saying "This was a lucky idea of mine, indeed!" and taking credit as if she made it rain.
How far does Elizabeth walk to reach Netherfield?
Three miles, crossing fields, jumping over stiles, and springing over puddles.
In what state does Elizabeth arrive at Netherfield?
With weary ankles, dirty stockings, and a face glowing with the warmth of exercise.
How do Miss Bingley and Mrs. Hurst react to Elizabeth's appearance?
They hold her in contempt for walking so far in such dirty conditions.
What is Mr. Darcy's reaction to Elizabeth's arrival?
He is divided between admiration of her exercise-brightened complexion and doubt about the propriety of her walking so far alone.
What does Mary say about Elizabeth's plan to walk to Netherfield?
"Every impulse of feeling should be guided by reason; and, in my opinion, exertion should always be in proportion to what is required."
Why do Kitty and Lydia accompany Elizabeth partway?
They walk with her to Meryton hoping to see Captain Carter before he leaves for London.
What does Elizabeth do when Miss Bingley offers her a carriage to go home?
She is about to accept, but Jane's distress at parting leads Miss Bingley to invite Elizabeth to stay at Netherfield instead.
Who is Mr. Jones?
The apothecary who is called to examine Jane at Netherfield.
What diagnosis does the apothecary give for Jane's illness?
A violent cold. He advises her to return to bed and promises her some draughts (medicine).