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Wealth matters more to women than to men
Section B - 19th century prose. Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen. Choose ONE question. This is the discursive option.
'In Pride and Prejudice, wealth matters more to women than to men.' How far do you agree with this view? Explore at least two moments from the novel to support your ideas.
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What a strong answer needs
- 1 view
- 2 two moments
- 3 methods
- 4 context
- 5 control
Why this answer loses marks
Assumes only women care about wealth and ignores Wickham, Darcy or Lady Catherine.
The mark scheme and examiner report credit balanced arguments about wealth across genders and class positions.