Question
Activity
Part A
Discuss the role of women in soclety as portrayed in Pride and Prejudice. What statement does Jane Austen seem to make about women of her er
and thelr options In life? Support your response with evidence from the text.
Answer
Jane Austen portrays women in Pride and Prejudice as having limited options in life, primarily focused on marriage and motherhood. She emphasizes the importance of marrying for love, rather than for social status or financial gain, and suggests that women should be respected and valued for their intelligence and wit. Evidence from the text includes Elizabeth's refusal of Mr. Collins' proposal, despite the social and financial benefits it would bring, and Charlotte's decision to marry Mr. Collins for practical reasons.