Prejudice

• What does prejudice refer to in Pride and Prejudice?

  Judging others based on presumptions
• How is the theme of prejudice displayed in the character of Elizabeth?

  She quickly judges others upon meeting them
• What happens to Elizabeth's early judgments of Wickham and Darcy?

  They turn into prejudice and are incorrect
• How does Elizabeth initially perceive Wickham?

  As charming and handsome
• What does Elizabeth discover about Wickham over time?

  He is despicable and not what he seems
• How does Elizabeth view Darcy when she first meets him?

  As rude and superior
• What is revealed about Darcy's character as the story progresses?

  He is more caring than he appears
• What is Darcy's true nature when Elizabeth first meets him?

  He is shy and does not value strangers
• How does Jane Austen present prejudice in the novel?

  • As a stage in moral development
  • Can be overcome through reason
  • Can be overcome through compassion