Persuasion Chapters 4-5

Pod and Prejudice

Today, we learn the story of Anne, Wentworth, and the ultimate persuasion. We also meet the Crofts and the final Elliot sister. Topics discussed include who is at fault for Anne's persuasion, whether Anne was right to break up with Wentworth, exes doing better than you, "the one that got away" trope, Mrs. Clay's romantic ventures, and youngest child syndrome.

Glossary of Terms and Phrases:

nosegay (n): a small bunch of flowers, typically one that is sweet-scented.

Glossary of People, Places, and Things: Romeo and Juliet, Jack Dawson, The Notebook (musical), Here We Go Again

Patron Study Questions:

Joanna: Lady Russell - villain, friend, or both?

Ghenet: What are your feelings about the family dynamic of the Elliot family compared to the ones we’ve seen in previous novels?

Becca's Study Questions: Topic discussed include the ultimate persuasion, tropes, and how Janey is thinking about love.

Funniest Quote: "But you have never asked me one word about our dinner at the Pooles yesterday.” “Did you go then? I have made no enquiries, because I concluded you must have been obliged to give up the party.” “Oh yes! I went. I was very well yesterday; nothing at all the matter with me till this morning. It would have been strange if I had not gone.” “I am very glad you were well enough, and I hope you had a pleasant party.” “Nothing remarkable."

Questions Moving Forward: Will Mrs. Clay become the lady of Kellynch Hall? Will Wentworth be at Kellynch? Will he be married?

Who wins the chapters? Mary Musgrove

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