Character Analysis Marina Section 1

Elizabeth Bennet

·        Second oldest of  5 Bennet sisters

·        Bold, smart, sharp and alert

·        Beautiful character

·        The author focus’ on her eyes a lot because of Elizabeth's perception and ability of truth in certain situations.

·        She is very quick to judge but also forgiving and very well spirited.

·        Impressed by wealth, good manners and virtues

·        Devoted family member.

Supporting Quotes

1)      “She told the story however with great spirit among her friends; for she had a lively, playful disposition, which delighted in anything ridiculous”

·         She said this after she overheard Mr. Darcy saying rude things about her

·         She continued with her discontent towards Mr. Darcy however she did not let it ruin her mood for the rest of the night

·         She moves past things

2)      “ ‘ But that is one great difference between us. Compliments always take you by surprise and me never. What could be more natural than his asking you again?’”

·         Showing confidence and supportive towards sister

3)      “’ It shews an affection for her sister that is very pleasing,’ said Bingley”

·         After she walked all the way to Netherfleids to be with her sister, risking her reputation because of her appearance.

Jane Bennet

·         Oldest of the 5 sisters

·         Beautiful, good tempered, selfless

·         Lovable, admirable personality

·         Tendency to give people benefit of the doubt, however doesn’t always work out for her.

·         Her dream man is well mannered, lively, humored

Supporting Quotes

1)      “’ he is just what a young man ought to be,’ said she, ‘sensible, good humoured, lively; and I never saw such happy manners!- so much ease,  with such perfect good breeding!’”

2)      “’ Jane was so admired, nothing could be like it. Every body said how well she looked; and Mr.Bingley thought her quite beautiful..’” (18, Austen)

Mr. Darcy

·         Wealthy aristocrat

·         Proud

·         Conscious between class (wealthy/poor)

·         Loves Elizabeth

·         Closed up, and kept to himself

Supporting arguments

1)      “’Which do you mean?’ and turning round, he looked for a moment at Elizabeth, till catching her eye, he withdrew his own and coldly said, ‘She is tolerable; but not handsome enough to tempt me; and I am in no humour at present to give consequence to young ladies who are slighted by other men. You had better return to your partner and enjoy her smiles, for you are wasting your time with me.’”

·         Making a reputation for himself

·         Makes it hard to admit that he actually like Elizabeth

·         Rude

2)      “for he has discovered to be proud, to be above his company, and above being pleased;”

·         Shows his pride

·         And how he is proud

3)      “Mr. Darcy danced only with Mrs Hurst and once with Miss Bingley, declined being introduced to any other lady and spend the rest of the evening in the walking about the room...”

·         Kept to himself

·         Closed off

Role Play

Dear Diary,

I don’t know what to do anymore because my feelings are beginning to grow for Elizabeth. I already gave a bad impression on myself, and even though I am a lovable, handsome man I feel as if she feels that I am ignoble gentlemen. I find Elizabeth growing upon me more and more. She is the prettiest of the girls and she is a well mannered good woman. If Bingley finds out he will be in shock and say that I am not taking it seriously. However I hope that one day Ms.Elizabeth Bennet will find a way to accept my hand in marriage.

Good day till next time