Emma's Relationships and Social Insights

In chapters 15 and 16 of 'Emma', Mr. Elton's persistent affection annoys Emma, who realizes he is pretending to love her instead of Harriet. During a snowstorm, Mr. Elton declares his love, which Emma rejects, leading to a tense carriage ride. Emma later reflects on her mistakes, feeling humiliated and regretful, especially for raising Harriet's hopes. She acknowledges her lack of insight compared to the Knightley brothers and feels remorse for misleading Mr. Elton.

What does Emma finally realize about Mr. Elton's behavior?

• He is planning to leave the town.

• He is indifferent to both Emma and Harriet.

• He is pretending to be in love with her.

• He is genuinely in love with Harriet.

How does Emma feel about Mr. Elton's lack of compassion for Harriet?

• She is amused.

• She is indifferent.

• She is enraged.

• She is relieved.

What announcement does John Knightley make?

• Emma is getting married.

• Mr. Elton is leaving.

• The party is canceled.

• It is snowing hard.

What opportunity does Mr. Elton seize during the carriage ride?

• To apologize to Emma.

• To declare his love for Emma.

• To discuss Harriet's illness.

• To leave the town.

How does Emma respond to Mr. Elton's declaration of love?

• She accepts his proposal.

• She ignores him.

• She decisively rejects him.

• She laughs it off.

What does Mr. Elton claim about Emma's behavior?

• She encouraged him.

• She ignored him.

• She was indifferent.

• She was hostile.

How does Emma feel about Mr. Elton's claims?

• She is amused.

• She is indifferent.

• She vehemently denies them.

• She agrees with him.

What is Emma's worst pain at the end of the evening?

• Her father's disappointment.

• Her own humiliation.

• Mr. Elton's anger.

• Harriet's dashed hopes.

What does Emma realize about her understanding of the situation?

• She misunderstood everything.

• She was unable to see the facts realistically.

• She had perfect insight.

• She was more insightful than the Knightley brothers.

What does Emma admit about the Knightley brothers?

• They have more insight than her.

• They are indifferent to her situation.

• They are wrong about Mr. Elton.

• They have less insight than her.