Before You Read: Target Vocabulary
Essential words to understand this chapter easily.
civility
/səˈvɪl.ə.ti/Polite behaviour or formal expressions of politeness
humble
/ˈhʌm.bəl/Simple, modest, and not grand or luxurious
compassion
/kəmˈpæʃ.ən/A strong feeling of sympathy and pity for someone who is suffering
consternation
/ˌkɒn.stəˈneɪ.ʃən/A sudden feeling of shock, worry, or alarm
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On Saturday morning, Elizabeth and Mr. Collins met in the breakfast room a few minutes before the rest of the family appeared. Mr. Collins immediately seized the opportunity to offer the formal parting civilities that he believed were absolutely necessary. "My dear Miss Elizabeth," he began solemnly, "I do not know whether Mrs. Collins has already thanked you for your great kindness in coming to visit us, but I am certain you will not leave without hearing her gratitude. We are well aware that there is very little to attract visitors to our humble abode. Our modest way of living,...
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