How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #7
"I'm afraid that would not do for very long," she said; "it's usual, you know, for ladies in your position to have a personal maid." (7.71)
Mrs. de Winter is learning that it's very important that she conform to certain standards that define her status.
Quote #8
"I hope we shall be friends and come to understand one another." (7.83)
Mrs. de Winter is talking to Mrs. Danvers here. Her desire to cross class lines, so to speak, instead of treating Mrs. Danvers like a servant, is proof to Mrs. Danvers of Mrs. de Winter's inferiority. A bit ironic, don't you think?
Quote #9
"Do you play golf at all, Mrs. de Winter?" said Mr. Crawley. (9.79)
If we had a nickel for every time somebody asks her that! Mrs. de Winter is constantly being asked what sports, games, and activities she participates in. She considers her lack of knowledge in that department an indicator that she is inferior to Rebecca, who, of course, excelled in all sports and games.