How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #1
"Do not mistake my indulgence for a relaxation in discipline," said Mr. Bennet. "The girls shall continue their training as ever—Bingley or no Bingley."
"Of course, of course!" cried Mrs. Bennet. "They shall be as deadly as they are fetching!" (2.13-14)
Boys or no boys, the important thing is to stay alive, right? Keep those skills sharp. On the other hand, we get the feeling Mrs. Bennet doesn't 100% agree with this sentiment.
Quote #2
He had entertained hopes of being admitted to a sight of the young ladies, of whose beauty and fighting skill he had heard much; but he saw only the father. The ladies were somewhat more fortunate, for they had the advantage of ascertaining from an upper window that he wore a blue coat, rode a black horse, and carried a French carbine rifle upon his back—quite an exotic weapon for an Englishman. However, from his clumsy wielding of it, Elizabeth was quite certain that he had little training in musketry or any of the deadly arts. (3.4)
So Mr. Bingley is a young, handsome rich guy who doesn't know how to defend himself against a zombie. What has he been doing with his time? Maybe he needs to be looking for a wife with some skills?
Quote #3
His sisters were fine women, with an air of decided fashion, but little in the way of combat training. His brother-in-law, Mr. Hurst, merely looked the gentleman; but his friend Mr. Darcy soon drew the attention of the room by his fine, tall person, handsome features, noble mien—and the report which was in general circulation within five minutes after his entrance, of his having slaughtered more than a thousand unmentionables since the fall of Cambridge. (3.6)
Mr. Darcy is the total package: tall, handsome, and a killer—of zombies, that is. Too bad he's such a stone-cold jerk. But hey, no man's perfect.