Before You Read: Target Vocabulary
Essential words to understand this chapter easily.
arrogant
/ˈærəɡənt/Behaving in an unpleasantly proud way and believing you are better than others.
disapproval
/ˌdɪsəˈpruːvl/A feeling that someone or something is bad, wrong, or unacceptable.
insolent
/ˈɪnsələnt/Extremely rude and showing a total lack of respect.
deceive
/dɪˈsiːv/To trick someone or make them believe something that is not true.
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One morning, about a week after Jane and Bingley became engaged, a strange carriage arrived at Longbourn. It was too early for ordinary visitors, and the carriage was unfamiliar. Bingley quickly invited Jane to take a walk in the garden to avoid the disruption, leaving Elizabeth, Kitty, and Mrs. Bennet waiting to see who it was. The door opened, and Lady Catherine de Bourgh walked into the room. Their surprise was enormous. Lady Catherine entered with an arrogant expression, gave Elizabeth only a slight nod, and sat down without speaking. Mrs. Bennet, though flattered by such an important guest, received...
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