Pride and Prejudice

Question

by Jane Austen

Mr. Bingley had soon made himself acquainted with all the principal people in the room: he was lively and unreserved, danced every dance, was angry that the ball closed so early, and talked of giving one himself at Netherfield. Such amiable qualities must speak for themselves. What a contrast between him and his friend! Mr. Darcy danced only once with Mrs. Hurst and once with Miss Bingley, declined being introduced to any other lady, and spent the rest of the evening in walking about the room, speaking occasionally to one of his own party. His character was decided. He was the proudest, most disagreeable man in the world, and everybody hoped that he would never come there again. Amongst the most violent against him was Mrs. Bennet, whose dislike of his general behaviour was sharpened into particular resentment by his having slighted one of her daughters.

from Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen

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

How do the relationships between the dramatic elements in this excerpt help advance the plot?

(1 point)
Responses

by using narration to predict what the characters will do next
by using narration to predict what the characters will do next

by using character actions to create conflict
by using character actions to create conflict

by using dialogue to explain conflict resolution between characters
by using dialogue to explain conflict resolution between characters

by using the setting to suggest the characters are unhappy with their current lives
by using the setting to suggest the characters are unhappy with their current lives

Answer 1

The correct response is:

by using character actions to create conflict

In this excerpt, Mr. Bingley's amiable and sociable nature contrasts sharply with Mr. Darcy's prideful and withdrawn behavior. This difference in their actions creates tension and conflict, particularly as Mrs. Bennet's resentment towards Mr. Darcy grows because he has slighted one of her daughters. This dynamic helps to advance the plot by establishing the key relationships and conflicts among the characters, setting the stage for future developments in the story.