Chapter 8 Quiz — Pride and Prejudice

by Jane Austen

Comprehension Quiz: Chapter 8

Who shows the most genuine concern for Jane's health at dinner?

Miss Bingley, who repeatedly asks about her condition
Mr. Bingley, whose anxiety for Jane is evident throughout
Mr. Hurst, who suggests calling a physician immediately
Mrs. Hurst, who offers to sit with Jane through the night

Why does Mr. Hurst have "nothing to say" to Elizabeth at dinner?

He is too engaged in conversation with Miss Bingley to notice her
He discovers she prefers a plain dish to a ragout and loses interest
He is offended by her muddy petticoat and refuses to speak
He is deaf in one ear and cannot hear her from where she sits

What specific aspect of Elizabeth's appearance do the Bingley sisters mock most?

Her unfashionable hairstyle and outdated dress design
Her muddy petticoat, "six inches deep in mud," and untidy hair
Her lack of jewelry and simple country accessories
Her sunburned complexion from too much time outdoors

What does Darcy say about Elizabeth's "fine eyes" after her muddy walk?

That they looked tired and strained from the long journey
That they were "brightened by the exercise" and undiminished
That he had not noticed them because of her disheveled state
That Miss Bingley should not concern herself with such matters

What do the Bingley sisters find most objectionable about the Bennet family's social standing?

Their father's modest estate and lack of a London house
Their low connections, including an uncle who is an attorney and another near Cheapside
Their mother's family being in trade in a northern industrial city
Their lack of titled relatives or connections to the peerage

How does Bingley respond when his sisters mock the Bennets' relatives near Cheapside?

He agrees that such connections are unfortunate but unavoidable
He says that even uncles enough to fill all Cheapside would not make them less agreeable
He changes the subject to avoid further conflict with his sisters
He admits the connections are a concern but insists Jane's virtues compensate

Why does Elizabeth decline to join the card game in the drawing room?

She does not know how to play loo and is embarrassed to admit it
She suspects them of playing high and prefers to read a book
She wants to return to Jane's bedside as quickly as possible
Miss Bingley tells her there is no room at the card table

What does Miss Bingley praise about Pemberley during the drawing room conversation?

Its beautiful gardens and extensive grounds for walking
Its delightful library and how Darcy is always adding to it
Its grand ballroom and capacity for entertaining large parties
Its proximity to London and convenience for the social season

According to Darcy, how many truly accomplished women does he know?

None at all, which is why he remains unmarried
Not more than half a dozen in his whole acquaintance
At least a dozen among the finest families of England
Only two: his sister Georgiana and Miss Bingley

What does Darcy add to Miss Bingley's list of requirements for an accomplished woman?

A talent for managing a large household and its servants
The improvement of her mind by extensive reading
A generous spirit and willingness to help those less fortunate
A thorough understanding of politics and current affairs

How does Elizabeth respond to the debate about accomplished women?

She agrees that very few women meet such high standards of accomplishment
She says she is no longer surprised he knows only six but wonders he knows any at all
She argues that accomplishments are less important than moral character
She modestly claims to possess all the listed accomplishments herself

What "paltry device" does Miss Bingley accuse Elizabeth of using?

Exaggerating her sister's illness to remain longer at Netherfield
Undervaluing her own sex to recommend herself to men
Pretending to prefer books to impress Mr. Darcy with her intellect
Dressing plainly to appear modest and attract sympathy

How does Darcy respond to Miss Bingley's accusation against Elizabeth?

He fully agrees and says Elizabeth is clearly trying to manipulate him
He gives a general reply about the meanness of all arts of captivation, without targeting Elizabeth specifically
He defends Elizabeth directly and tells Miss Bingley she is being unfair
He ignores the comment entirely and changes the subject to Georgiana

What happens with Jane's health at the end of Chapter 8?

She recovers enough to join the party for a brief appearance
She grows worse, and the group decides to send for Mr. Jones in the morning
She falls into a deep sleep and Elizabeth is relieved she will recover
She develops a fever and Mr. Darcy offers to ride for a physician

What contrast does the chapter draw between Bingley and his sisters regarding their concern for Jane?

Both Bingley and his sisters are equally worried but express it differently
Bingley is genuinely distressed while his sisters declare misery but console themselves with duets
His sisters are more concerned and stay at Jane's bedside while Bingley retires early
Bingley is calm and rational while his sisters panic and weep uncontrollably

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