P&P #7

" 'But perhaps...these offenses might have been over looked, had not your pride been hurt by honest confession of the scruples that had long prevented my forming any serious design' " (147).

I chose this quote because it shows how Mr. Darcy is finally somewhat apologizing for his comments to Elizabeth. Mr. Darcy's has such immense pride that it is difficult for him to admit his wrongdoing because he stands by what he said. Elizabeth's pride also takes place takes a hit in the story as well. She had sworn to detest Mr. Darcy at the beginning of the book, and now she recognizes her subtle feelings for him and cannot admit that her first impression of Mr. Darcy was incorrect.

"The tumult of her mind was now painfully great" (148).

I chose this quote because I think the term used to describe Elizabeth at that moment is perfect. On one hand, Elizabeth was shocked to receive a proposal from a man that she thought hated her, and she had sworn to hate also. However on the other hand, Elizabeth deep down had feelings of affection towards Mr. Darcy and she was thrilled to be asked such a question. We see these feelings at times when the two of them are together. They both try to hide their feelings, but it is impossible in the end.