Mr. Collins is deeply gratified that the visitors will be able to see the splendor of his benefactress's estate. They talk of nothing else the rest of the day.
Lady Catherine is authoritative but kind. Her daughter is extremely thin, small, and sickly.
Lady Catherine is also a bit of a bore; there is little to do but listen to her, and she talks unceasingly.
She asks Elizabeth an amazing number of questions – how many sisters she has, whether one of them would soon get married, where they had been educated, what had been her mother's maiden name, etc.
Elizabeth feels her questions are impertinent, but answers as best she can.
Lady Catherine also chides Elizabeth for never having a governess, as if that was Elizabeth's fault.