Before You Read: Target Vocabulary
Essential words to understand this chapter easily.
knighthood
/ˈnaɪthʊd/The rank, title, or status of a knight.
empty-headed
/ˌemptiˈhedɪd/Silly, foolish, and lacking serious thought or intelligence.
acquaintance
/əˈkweɪntəns/A social relationship between people who know each other slightly; or a person you know slightly.
mercenary
/ˈmɜːsənəri/Interested only in making money or getting financial gain, rather than in personal affection.
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January and February passed quietly at Longbourn. The only events were simple walks to Meryton, which were sometimes dirty and sometimes cold. When March arrived, it was time for Elizabeth to visit Charlotte in Hunsford. At first, Elizabeth had not taken the plan very seriously, but Charlotte was clearly counting on her visit. Being apart had made Elizabeth miss her friend and had softened her dislike of Mr. Collins. Besides, life at home with her mother and silly sisters was not always easy, so a change of scene was very welcome. Best of all, the journey to Kent gave Elizabeth...
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