... that meddling with other people's lives can be dangerous, she continues to play "matchmaker" throughout the novel. In fact, in the first portion of the novel, it is Emma's arrogance, meddling nature and snobbery which seemingly permeate her character. That is, until the dominant figure in her world ... clear that Emma's deficiencies are a product of her upbringing. Her existence has been too privileged. She has been made to feel too important and has received far too much praise and deference from her peers. She has not had to earn the respect of others, or acknowledge a superior author...

• Word Count: 1334
• Approx Pages: 5
• Grade Level: High School