Today's The Day!

Are you pumped?  Are you ready?  Here's a little more info and a little more for you to ponder before we meet later...

Skype conference info:
My skype account is marrottclan in the UK.
I have only a few of you ladies skype info; at the appointed time I will start a conference call between all the ladies who are on my list. Please, if you have skype either put your contact info on here or add me as a friend so you can be a part of our chat. Thanks.

1. Why is Emma so determined to "improve" Harriet Smith?
2. Why isn't Emma able to like Jane Fairfax?
3. Why does Emma remain opposed to Harriet marrying Robert Martin, even after the projected match with Mr. Elton falls through?
4. Why is Emma willing to overlook Frank Churchill's faults?
5. How different are the motives of Mrs. Elton in taking up Jane Fairfax and Emma in improving Harriet Smith?
6. What role does the visit to Donwell Abbey play in the development of Emma's feelings for Mr. Knightley?
7. Why does Emma insult Mrs. Bates during the Box Hill outing? Why does she realize how hurtful it was only after Mr. Knightley confronts her?
8. Why does it take Emma so long to realize she loves Mr. Knightley? Why is Emma's understanding so rapid once Harriet reveals her own love for him?
9. According to the novel, are Jane Fairfax and Frank Churchill justified in keeping their engagement a secret? What are their prospects for a happy marriage?
10. Why does Mr. Knightley love Emma, even though he sees her faults so clearly?
11. According to the novel, does Mr. Knightley have any faults?

For Further Reflection
1. What might motivate someone to try to arrange the romantic relationships of another person?
2. Why are people sometimes unaware of their own feelings toward others?
3. How important are similar economic and social backgrounds to long-term romantic relationships?

(questions courtesy of bookclubforum.co.uk)

So looking forward to your insights!  See you soon.