Jane Austen's Men

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1. Fitzwilliam Darcy, from "Pride and Prejudice", is perhaps the most famous Austen hero. Extremely rich and consequential, he is described in all of the following ways EXCEPT: "flaxen haired" "fine, tall person" "handsome features" "noble mien"

2. In "Pride and Prejudice", Charles Bingley is the object of obsession for the Bennet family. How does he appear at the Meryton assembly? Nervous and shy Friendly and unreserved Haughty Obsequious

3. Edward Ferrars, from "Sense and Sensibility", falls in love with Elinor Dashwood. To whom is he secretly engaged? Lucy Steele Marianne Dashwood Ann Steele Margaret Dashwood

4. In "Sense and Sensibility", Christopher Brandon cherishes tender feelings for Marianne Dashwood. Why does she scorn his affection? She thinks he's too old. She thinks Elinor is in love with him. She thinks he's too poor. She's just playing hard-to-get.

5. Marianne Dashwood's first encounter with John Willoughby in "Sense and Sensibility" is quite memorable. How do the fiery lovers meet? They bump into one another at church He rescues her when she sprains her ankle At a ball Colonel Brandon introduces them

6. In "Northanger Abbey", Henry Tilney is shown to be extremely intelligent and well-versed in all subjects. He can discuss everything from religion and poetry to women's fashions. What does he find so enchanting about Catherine Morland? Her candid and artless nature Her broad intellect Her exquisite beauty Her expected inheritance

7. George Knightly, from "Emma", is a neighbor, friend, and regular member of Emma Woodhouse's social circle. Among Emma's many acquaintances, what is unique about Mr. Knightley? He does not like her He constantly flatters her He does not think she is beautiful He openly points out her faults

8. Harriet Smith fancies herself in love with many gentlemen in "Emma". Which man, however, genuinely loves Harriet? Robert Martin Frank Churchill Mr. Knightley Mr. Elton

9. In "Persuasion", Anne Elliot has been in love with Frederick Wentworth for over seven years. What is his occupation? Merchant Naval Officer Clergyman Solicitor

10. Fanny Price appears in "Mansfield Park" as the stereotypical poor relation. How does Edmund Bertram initially treat Fanny? Cool disdain Protective kindness Annoyance Pitiful condescension