Read the excerpt from Chapter 29 of Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen. How does the social atmosphere of the dinner party affect the characters? a) Consideration of Lady Catherine is at the center of the guests’ actions and reactions. b) The food is more important than the conversation for most of the guests.
c) The elaborate and unusual meal makes most of the guests uncomfortable.
d) Conversation between guests is eased by Lady Catherine’s generosity and good spirit.