Question

What is the problem jane austen is trying to help her niece resolve in "on making an agreeable marriage"?
a. who to go to for advice about courtship and marriage
b. when to tell her suitor she wants to get married
c. how to handle her suitor if she doesn't want to commit to marrying him
d. where she should travel with her suitor once they are married?

Answer 1

I believe the answer is: c. how to handle her suitor if she doesn't want to commit to marrying him

This conversation happened in past time when it is deemed as inappropriate for women to be the aggressor in the relationship.
Jane austen had differing opinion. She believe girls should not afraid in showing interest and pursue someone they like because it's probably a once in a lifetime opportunities.