Setting: Longbourn, which is in rural England.
took place sometime during the Napoleonic Wars (1797-1815).
5. Characters:.
1. Mr. Bennet: An odd mixture of quick parts, sarcastic humor, reserve, and impulsive tendencies. Married 23 years to Mrs. Bennet. First to call on Bingley. Father of Jane, Elizabeth, Lydia, Kitty, and Mary. He has a close relationship with Elizabeth. As for the rest of his family, they aren't of greatest importance to him. He isn't really fond of his wife, as he attempts to irritate her throughout the story. Goes to call on Bingley when he first arrives at Netherfield, to make his acquaintance. Refuses to order Elizabeth to marry Collins when directed by his wife, saying that he would not see Elizabeth if she did marry Collins. Takes off to London to search for Lydia, who has run off with Wickham during her stay at Brighton. Returns home after no success, leaving Mr. Gardiner to look for Lydia. Is angry with Lydia for her actions and stays angry. Is happy to receive Bingley as a son when he proposes to Jane during his return to Netherfield. Receives a letter f!.
rom Collins saying that Darcy and Elizabeth are rumored to be engaged. Later on, Darcy asks his consent to marry Elizabeth. Writes a letter to Mr. Collins announcing Darcy and Elizabeth's engagement.
2. Mrs. Bennet: Mr. Bennet's wife. Mother of Jane, Elizabeth, Lydia, Kitty, and Mary. Married to Mr. Bennet for 23 years. Seems centered on marrying her daughters off well. Mean understanding, little information, and uncertain temper. Not very bright. She is often rude and uncivilized, caused by ill-breeding. Very fussy. Attends the ball in Meryton with her daughters. Sends Jane on a horse to Netherfield. Talks of Jane and Bingley's supposed marriage at the ball at Netherfield and embarrasses Elizabeth. Is angered by Elizabeth's refusal of Collins" hand and tells her that she will never see her again if she doesn't marry him.
