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The Longbourn Lockup Quotes

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Kiara Chopra
Ms. Toedtmann
ELA 3
15 February 2023
The Longbourn Lockup In Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen, the Longbourn Estate symbolizes Elizabeth’s imprisonment and confinement in her house, acting like a burden in her life. Elizabeth Bennet, also known as Lizzy, is Mr and Mrs Bennet’s second oldest daughter, who currently lives at Longbourn Estate. She instantly rejects an offer of marriage from Mr Collins; however, her mother does not approve of this stubborn decision and decides to convince Mr Collins to marry Elizabeth, against her daughter’s will. Nevertheless, Mr Bennet, Elizabeth’s father, supports every decision his beloved daughter makes. He remains adamant of his support when Mrs Bennet implores her husband to persuade Elizabeth,

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