Character profile
Kitty Bennet
Kitty is scolded for her frequent coughing and is described as having no discretion in her coughs. Mentioned in passing during the ball description. Identified as one of the two youngest, frequently visiting Meryton and the officer’s lodgings. Accompanies Lydia on the walk to Meryton and helps investigate the new officer. Kitty follows her mother out of the room after Collins' proposal. Kitty brings news about Mr. Collins’s proposal to Elizabeth. Kitty expresses jealousy over Lydia’s invitation and claims she has as much right to be invited because she is older. Kitty recovers sufficiently to travel to Meryton without tears. Kitty is present during the family’s crisis discussion. Is involved in her mother’s attempts to hurry her and respond to her sister’s inquiries. Kitty is present and feels inferior to Elizabeth regarding Lady Catherine’s arrival. Kitty expresses reluctance to join the walk to Oakham Mount, preferring to stay at home.