Question

Use the excerpt from Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen to answer the question.

How does the use of third-person omniscient narration demonstrate the author’s attitude toward the subject of marriage?

(1 point)
Responses

by giving context for Mr. Collins’ decision to propose to Elizabeth
by giving context for Mr. Collins’ decision to propose to Elizabeth

by contrasting the reactions of Elizabeth and Mr. Collins
by contrasting the reactions of Elizabeth and Mr. Collins

by omitting the perspectives of Elizabeth’s sisters
by omitting the perspectives of Elizabeth’s sisters

by describing the personalities of Elizabeth and Mr. Collins

Answer 1

The use of third-person omniscient narration in Pride and Prejudice allows the author to provide insight into the thoughts and motivations of both Elizabeth and Mr. Collins. By contrasting the reactions and personalities of these characters, the author's attitude toward marriage is demonstrated through their words and actions. The narrator's ability to delve into the minds of these characters helps to highlight the differences in their attitudes towards love and marriage, ultimately shaping the reader's understanding and interpretation of the subject.