Mrs. Bennet

Mrs. Bennet is an anxious mother whose primary aim is to marry her daughters, especially excited about the arrival of Mr. Bingle. Mrs. Bennet learns of Mr. Bingley's visit, schemes to match him with her daughters, scolds Kitty for coughing, and discusses upcoming balls. Continues scheming to match a daughter with Mr. Bingley, narrates ball details, and vehemently dislikes Mr. Darcy. Shows her scheming over Bingley, her insistence on carriage use, and her reaction to weather and the note from Netherfield. Reacted strongly to Collins's letter, shifts from opposition to composure. Mrs. Bennet comments on Lady Catherine and Miss de Bourgh Hints to Mr Collins about Elizabeth, manipulates marriage plans, and stirs the fire while Mr Collins changes his choice. Mrs. Bennet insists Elizabeth stay to hear Collins, then leaves the room with Kitty after the proposal. Mrs. Bennet threatens to cut ties with Elizabeth and become a stranger to one parent, demanding Elizabeth marry Mr. Collins, and later insists on exclusive use of the library. Shows sustained resentment toward the Lucas family Leaves Elizabeth and Jane together after an irritation about Netherfield and its master, continuing her complaints about Netherfield. Mrs. Bennet enthusiastically supports Lydia’s Brighton journey and shares past memories of a similar regiment departure. Mrs. Bennet recovers her usual querulous serenity by June after a period of ill‑health. Mother Bennet expresses frantic anxiety over Lydia's scandal, describing physical symptoms and urging action against Wickham. Mrs. Bennet reacts anxiously about Wickham and Lydia, expressing hopes that Wickham will marry Lydia and fearing his escape. Mrs. Bennet collapses into hysteria upon hearing of Lydia's elopement, blaming everyone for the scandal. Mrs. Bennet obsessively searches for suitable houses for Lydia and refuses to fund her daughter's clothing. Mrs. Bennet enthusiastically celebrates Lydia’s marriage, arranges further visits and parties, and pushes for Brighton marriages for all sisters. Mrs. Bennet mourns Lydia’s separation, anticipates Mr. Bingley’s arrival, and plans to host him for shooting at Netherfield. Mrs. Bennet plans to keep gentlemen to supper but carriage issue; praises dinner and Darcy's acknowledgments Continues her scheming for Bingley, winks at daughters, and expresses excitement about the upcoming marriage. Mrs. Bennet greets Lady Catherine politely, offers refreshment, and shows her the garden, despite her astonishment. Mrs. Bennet continues to disparage Darcy but becomes exuberantly excited upon learning of Elizabeth's engagement, planning luxury and a special licence.