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What are the main themes explored in 'Pride and Prejudice'?
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Irony and social commentary, moral blindness and self-knowledge, and societal critique
What allegorical role does Wickham play in 'Pride and Prejudice'?
He represents the dangers of charming but deceitful appearances
What false claim does Wickham make against Darcy?
That Darcy owes him money
What societal norms does Elizabeth Bennett defy in the novel?
Traditional expectations of women's behavior and marriage agreements
How does the novel conclude regarding the main characters' relationships?
With the marriages of Elizabeth to Darcy and Jane to Bingley
What causes the turning point in Elizabeth's perception of Darcy?
Learning about Darcy's intervention in Lydia and Wickham's situation
What societal issues does Jane Austen critique through the novel?
Traditional societal egos, class structures, and social laws
What does Elizabeth learn about Darcy's true character through the novel?
That he is a principled man who cares deeply for those he loves
What does the opening sentence of 'Pride and Prejudice' highlight?
Irony and social expectations regarding marriage
What is Mama Bennett's primary goal for her daughters?
To find husbands for them
How do Darcy and Elizabeth overcome their initial biases?
Through self-reflection and learning more about each other's true characters
Why does Elizabeth initially reject Darcy's proposal?
Because she is angry over his role in separating Bingley and her sister Jane, and because of what Wickham told her about Darcy
How does Jane Austen use irony in 'Pride and Prejudice'?
To offer social commentary and highlight characters' misunderstandings
How does Darcy initially perceive Elizabeth Bennett?
Dismissively
Who is the protagonist of 'Pride and Prejudice'?
Elizabeth Bennett
What act of kindness helps change Elizabeth's opinion about Darcy?
Darcy paying Wickham to marry Lydia
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