Practice essay

To what extent do the characters in Jane Austen’s novel convey the themes of pride and prejudice? Support your answer by specific reference to the text, outlining some of the positioning techniques used and their effects on the reader.

Identify the key words and any definitions you might need to supply.

Brainstorm ideas about which characters and positioning techniques you might use.

Use the planning sheet to plan your thesis statement, main points and topic sentences in full sentences.

In dot point form, identify your evidence and argument.

Write the essay in full.

Practice essay

To what extent does Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice challenge society's expectations of the individual? Support your answer by specific reference to the novel.

 

Mr Collins

How important a character is Mr Collins?

Write a paragraph in response, clearly arguing your point of view. In developing your thesis, include a discussion of the way the reader is positioned to respond to him and the importance of this for dealing with at least one of the ideas underpinning the novel. Consider the work we have done in class on satire and irony as you plan your response.

Charlotte Lucas

How important a character is Charlotte Lucas?

Write a paragraph in response, clearly arguing your point of view. In developing your thesis, compare her with Elizabeth and Jane. How is the reader positioned through this comparison? Remember to consider ideas, attitudes and values in your response.

Elizabeth Bennet

Read through the notes we have made on Elizabeth Bennet and write a well-structured paragraph response to the following:

"Elizabeth Bennet is a character to whom today's young women can relate very easily because of her attitudes to love and marriage."

Do you agree?

Support your view by referring to the way the reader is positioned to view Elizabeth and her attitudes and values.