What are they saying and what do they really mean?The Jane Austen Quiz - Insincerity and ImpudenceIn Pride and Prejudice, which of these does Mr Bennet put in his letter to Mr Collins, informing him of the engagement of Lizzy to Mr Darcy?Who utters the following quote on being asked about their unlikely walking speed around the grounds at Sotherton? "Oh! do not attack me with your watch. A watch is always too fast or too slow. I cannot be dictated to by a watch."In Persuasion, when Mrs Clay learns that a naval man may be the new tenant of Kellynch Hall, she reassures Anne that she may be comforted that what will not occur?In Emma, shortly after they first become friends, Harriet tells Emma about the Martins, and that Mr Martin is an incredibly kind man. Which of these is an example of his kindness that she tells Emma about?In Pride and Prejudice, when Kitty sees Mr Bingley coming to visit Longbourn after his long time away in London, how does she describe Mr Darcy who is with him?In Sense and Sensibility, which of these does Marianne associate with "aches, cramps, rheumatisms, and every species of ailment that can afflict the old and the feeble"?"Yes, here I am, Sophia, quite ready to make a foolish match. Anybody between fifteen and thirty may have me for asking."Which of Austen's male characters makes this tongue-in-cheek remark?In Mansfield Park, it is hoped that Dr Grant, when he gets Mr Norris's old living, will not live too long so that it may go to Edmund after not too many years. Worryingly, Dr Grant was only forty-five. It was a relief therefore to discover that he was also what?The following is an extract from a letter written by who to whom?"if I am to learn that you are not what we have hitherto believed you, that your regard for us all was insincere, that your behaviour to me was intended only to deceive, let it be told as soon as possible. My feelings are at present in a state of dreadful indecision" Why is the following Frank Churchill quote from Emma, regarding the gift of a pianoforte and sheet music to Jane Fairfax, so insincere?"This was all sent with the instrument. Very thoughtful of Colonel Campbell, was not it? -- He knew Miss Fairfax could have no music here. I honour that part of the attention particularly; it shews it to have been so thoroughly from the heart [...] True affection only could have prompted it."A good try on a tough quiz, but not the best result. Better luck next week!You might find some of the answers in this Tarot and Game Play Card Set.Our sincere congratulations! A great score!You might find some more answers in this Tarot and Game Play Card Set.
