Question 121 • Crowley Credit Recovery Algebra II B
Read the excerpt from chapter 29 of Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen.When the ladies returned to the drawing-room, there was little to be done but to hear Lady Catherine talk, which she did without any intermission till coffee came in, delivering her opinion on every subject in so decisive a manner, as proved that she was not used to have her judgement controverted. She enquired into Charlotte’s domestic concerns familiarly and minutely, gave her a great deal of advice as to the management of them all; told her how everything ought to be regulated in so small a family as hers, and instructed her as to the care of her cows and her poultry. Elizabeth found that nothing was beneath this great lady’s attention, which could furnish her with an occasion of dictating to others.
Answer
A
She thinks she is better than other people.
B
She refuses to let the women speak to her.
C
She asks questions to get to know the women.
D
She knows about many subjects.
Explanation
Lady Catherine gives unsolicited instructions about Charlotte’s household and speaks as though her opinions should not be challenged. Elizabeth observes that she uses even small matters as an opportunity to dictate to others. This shows that Lady Catherine considers herself superior to other people, rather than simply trying to get to know them or sharing useful knowledge.
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