Pride & Prejudice - Social Class: Grammar Exercises
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A worksheet focusing on grammar exercises related to social class themes in Pride & Prejudice, including analysis of literary techniques. Designed for Grade 8 students.
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Pride & Prejudice - Social Class: Grammar Exercises
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Introduction to Social Class in Pride & Prejudice
Scene Summary: In Jane Austen's Pride & Prejudice, social class plays a vital role in shaping characters' relationships and societal standing. The story is set in early 19th-century England, where class distinctions influence marriage prospects, personal ambitions, and social interactions. The novel explores the behaviors and attitudes associated with different classes, highlighting the importance placed on rank and reputation. For instance, the Bennet family, though respectable, belongs to the gentry, while characters like Lady Catherine de Bourgh represent the aristocracy. Austen subtly critiques these social structures through her witty narration and character development. Phrases such as 'superior air' and 'sense of entitlement' exemplify attitudes of the upper class. Context Guide: Austen's narrative employs irony and precise diction to underscore themes of social hierarchy. Recognizing phrases like 'great folks' or 'lower orders' can help identify class distinctions. Her use of dialogue and characterization enhances the reader's understanding of social dynamics, making her critique both subtle and insightful. Understanding these elements provides a richer comprehension of the novel's social commentary and character motivations.
1.
Identify a phrase from the summary that indicates Austen's attitude toward the upper class.
[2 marks]2.
What role does social class play in the story of Pride & Prejudice?
[2 marks]3.
Choose the correct statement about Austen's portrayal of social hierarchy:
a) She fully supports the social class distinctions.
b) She subtly critiques these structures through irony.
c) She ignores social class altogether.
d) She depicts social class as unimportant.
Aa) She fully supports the social class distinctions.
Bb) She subtly critiques these structures through irony.
Cc) She ignores social class altogether.
Dd) She depicts social class as unimportant.
4.
List two phrases from the context guide that help identify class distinctions.
[2 marks]B
Analyzing Literary Techniques
In her depiction of Lady Catherine, Austen writes, 'her manner was haughty, and her language was tinged with condescension.' The phrase 'her manner was haughty' employs tone to emphasize social superiority, while 'tinged with condescension' illustrates attitude through diction. These techniques portray the upper class's sense of entitlement and disdain for lower social ranks.
1.
Identify the literary technique used in the phrase 'her manner was haughty' and explain its effect.
[3 marks]2.
What does the phrase 'tinged with condescension' suggest about the narrator's attitude towards Lady Catherine?
[3 marks]C
Creative Writing Exercise
Write a short descriptive paragraph (about 20 lines) portraying a character from a high social class interacting with someone of a lower class. Use at least three literary techniques to emphasize social hierarchy and attitudes.
1.
Create a character description emphasizing their attitude towards social class.
2.
Include at least three literary techniques in your description. Check boxes for techniques used:
- [ ] Irony
- [ ] Diction
- [ ] Tone
- [ ] Metaphor
- [ ] Dialogue
- [ ] Imagery
AIrony
BDiction
CTone
DMetaphor
EDialogue
FImagery
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