Talked Quote by Jane Austen
““suddenly fancying that it would be the greater punishment to her partner to oblige him to talk, she made some slight observation on the dance. He replied, and was again silent. After a pause of some minutes, she addressed him a second time with:—" It is your turn to say something now, Mr. Darcy. I talked about the dance, and you ought to make some sort of remark on the size of the room, or the number of couples.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Pride and Prejudice, 1813
A character pushes another to speak, highlighting social expectations and conversational etiquette.
In simple terms: Social pressure forces dialogue in formal settings.
Key Takeaway
Observe how expectations shape conversation.
Themes
social norms
communication
gender roles
etiquette
Mood
observational
humorous
Type
literary
conversational
When to use this quote
- formal dances
- social gatherings
- business meetings
Key Concepts
conversation dynamics
social pressure
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we expect others to fill silences?
- How do gender expectations affect dialogue?
A Different Perspective
Not everyone feels comfortable speaking when prompted.
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