P&P #4
"I have done with you from this very day- I told you in the library, you know, I should never speak to you again, and you will find me as good as my word. I have no pleasure in talking to undutiful daughters" (87)

I chose this quote because it shows how Mrs. Bennet values wealth and success for her daughters much more than their happiness. Mrs. Bennet's reaction to Elizabeth's denial of Mr. Collins' proposal was very selfish and proved her motives. This situation also displayed more of Mr. Bennet's sarcasm making fun of his wife's insane behavior. While Mrs. Bennet is deconstructive with her actions, Mr. Bennet's sarcasm is a subtle way to show that he is on Elizabeth's side.

"'And you may be that when I have the honour of seeing her again I shall speak in the highest terms of your modesty, economy, and amiable qulifications'" (82)

I chose this quote because it shows how socially awkward Mr. Collins is and how he lacks any element of love in his proposal. Mr. Collins attempted to propose to his cousin, Elizabeth, even though he had spent very little time with her and he failed to establish a relationship which hurt his character.