Questions for Chapters 17-24 (the end) of "Persuasion" 

 

1)      This section introduces Mrs. Smith and Anne’s friendship with her. What do you think about the character and what their friendship reveals about Anne?

2)      Why do you think Austen chose to use a letter from Mary in the story, and did you think it was effective, and do you agree or disagree with Mary’s assessments?

3)      The concert is a pivotal scene in the narrative.  What does it reveal about Captain Wentworth, Anne, and Mr. Elliot?

4)      What did you think about the revelations of Mr. Elliot’s character and of the fact that it was Mrs. Smith who made them?

5)      Did you feel the novel wrapped up well and were you satisfied with the ending?

6)      Anything I’ve missed?