Pride & Prejudice - Social Class Error Correction Worksheet
English
Grade 6
10 questions
~20 mins
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This worksheet focuses on analyzing social class themes in Pride & Prejudice through error correction exercises. Students will review passages, identify errors related to language and literary techniques, and improve their understanding of the text.
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Pride & Prejudice - Social Class Error Correction Worksheet
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Scene Summary and Context
In Jane Austen's Pride & Prejudice, social class plays a pivotal role in character interactions and plot development. The story is set in early 19th-century England, where class distinctions influence behavior, marriage prospects, and societal expectations. The Bennet family, of modest means, navigates a society where wealth and status determine one's social standing. A key scene involves Mr. Collins's proposal to Elizabeth Bennet, highlighting themes of social ambition and class consciousness. Austen subtly critiques the class system through dialogue and character contrast. For example, Mr. Collins's formal speech exemplifies social aspiration, while Elizabeth's wit and independence challenge societal norms. The excerpt below illustrates these themes, featuring phrases like 'wealthy connections' and 'social superiority,' which students will analyze for language errors and technique identification.
1.
Identify the error in the phrase: 'wealthy connection's' and correct it.
[2 marks]2.
What is the literary technique used in the phrase 'A subtle critique,' and how does it contribute to the theme?
[3 marks]3.
Select the correct form: 'The society values ___ (wealthy / wealth) connections.'
Aa) wealthy
Bb) wealth
4.
Analyze the phrase 'social superiority' for any errors and suggest improvements.
5.
In the context of social class, what does the phrase 'social ranking' imply?
[2 marks]6.
Find and correct the grammatical error: 'The social system is very rigid, and it does not allow much mobility.'
[2 marks]7.
Explain how Austen uses dialogue to critique social class distinctions.
8.
Identify the error in this sentence: 'Mr. Collins's proposal was a perfect example of social ambition.'
[2 marks]9.
Describe the significance of the phrase 'social hierarchy' in Austen's novel.
[2 marks]10.
Provide an example of how Austen demonstrates social class differences through character interactions.
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- 12/31/2025
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