The dinner was very good, and was highly praised by Mr Collins. His repeated compliments, which Elizabeth thought were embarrassing, appeared to please Lady Catherine very much. After dinner her ladyship talked continuously, giving her opinions without any fear of contradiction or even comment. She then asked Elizabeth many detailed questions about her education, her sisters, and father's income. Although her Elizabeth considered these questions extremely personal and almost rude, she answered them politely and calmly. at the end the long evening, the visitors were driven home in Lady Catherine's carriage, while Mr Collins praised his patron for elegance, intelligence and hospitality.