Monday, February 4, 2013

Hw #1 Pride and Prejudice (Answer should be about 3 paragraphs long) 30 pts./vocab 10 pts.

Define the words: pride (2 meanings) and prejudice. Using these definitions, give an example (real-life) of each (3). Using examples from the text, explain which definition of the word pride best describes Mr. Darcy? Elizabeth? Miss Bingley? Are any/all of these characters prejudice in any way? Describe the reasoning behind these feelings (historical, personal, economical).

Also, vocabulary sentences for the following words:censure, vexed, disconcerted
censure: (n)--disapproval
disconcerted: (adj.)--thrown into confusion
vexed: (adj.) ---irritated, annoyed

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