Pride and Prejudice summary of from 1-20 chapter?

Answer 1

Chapter 19 of Volume I is entirely devoted to Mr. Collins proposing marriage to Lizzy and her turning him down. The dialog alone makes it clear that he is a very stupid man, and she is wise not to accept him.

Answer 2

Mr. Collins tells Mrs. Bennet Elizabeth has refused his proposal. Mrs. Bennet goes to Mr. Bennet to have him talk Elizabeth into changing her mind. She tells Elizabeth and Mr. Bennet she will never talk to Elizabeth again if she does not marry Mr. Collins. Mr. Bennet says he will never talk to Elizabeth again if she does marry Mr. Collins. Mrs. Bennet keeps after Elizabeth on the subject. Charlotte Lucas shows up. Mrs. Bennet complains. Mr. Collins says he will say no more on the matter and gives a typical long speech in which he rambles bitterly about how he will not resent the matter.

Answer 3

In the first 20 chapters of "Pride and Prejudice," we see the introduction of the Bennet family and the arrival of Mr. Bingley and Mr. Darcy in their neighborhood. Jane falls in love with Mr. Bingley, while Elizabeth's prejudice against Mr. Darcy grows due to his aloof and proud demeanor. Various social events and misunderstandings occur, leading to tension and further development of the characters' relationships and personalities.

Answer 4

-Darcy and Elizabeth dance at the Netherfield Ball

-Elizabeth defends Wickham

-Elizabeth's family behaves terribly