The False Gems by Guy de Maupassant
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What was Monsieur Lantin's initial feeling when he woke up in the morning?

  • Fatigued (correct)
  • Nervous
  • Angry
  • Excited

    • Monsieur Lantin felt that being rich would not help him forget his sorrows.

    False

    What did Monsieur Lantin initially ask his wife to do?

  • To stop wearing jewelry
  • To stay home instead of going out
  • To invite a lady friend to accompany her (correct)
  • To go to the theater alone

    • How much money did Monsieur Lantin receive for the necklace?

    <p>Eighteen thousand francs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Monsieur Lantin was pleased with his wife's choice of jewelry.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Monsieur Lantin planned to sell additional gems worth a total of ________ francs.

    <p>One hundred and forty-three thousand</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following items with their corresponding values:

    <p>Diamond earrings = 20,000 francs Bracelets = 35,000 francs Rings = 16,000 francs Gold chain with solitaire pendant = 40,000 francs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Monsieur Lantin refer to his wife's jewelry as?

    <p>trash</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What kept Monsieur Lantin from immediately entering the jeweller's store?

    <p>A sense of shame</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Monsieur Lantin's wife died of __________.

    <p>inflammation of the lungs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Monsieur Lantin react to his wife's death?

    <p>He wept unceasingly and his hair turned white.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Monsieur Lantin was content with his financial situation before selling the gems.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Monsieur Lantin do as he began to feel hungry?

    <p>He decided to sell his necklace.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the items with their descriptions:

    <p>Rhinestones = Jewelry that sparkles like real diamonds False pearls = Imitation pearls worn around the neck Bracelets of imitation gold = Fake gold ornaments worn on the arms Morocco leather box = Container for her jewelry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What would Monsieur Lantin's wife do to amuse him with her jewelry?

    <p>Place a necklace around his neck and laugh</p> Signup and view all the answers

    His colleagues' discussions brought Monsieur Lantin comfort after his wife's passing.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Don Quixote hope to discover at the end of the day?

    <p>A castle or cottage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Don Quixote believed the inn was a castle with towers and a moat.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Don Quixote think the signal from the swineherd's horn indicated?

    <p>The arrival of a knight</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Don Quixote's horse was named ______.

    <p>Rozinante</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the characters with their roles:

    <p>Don Quixote = Knight errant The two young females = Common winches The swineherd = Herd of hogs Innkeeper = Host of travelers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Don Quixote describe the two young women he saw at the inn?

    <p>Beautiful damsels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Don Quixote arrived at the inn before sunset.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the source of Don Quixote's distorted view of reality?

    <p>Books of chivalry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Monsieur Lantin's reaction to the jeweler's remark about investing in precious stones?

    <p>He took it seriously.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Monsieur Lantin became rich after inheriting four hundred thousand francs.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Cervantes publish in 1585?

    <p>La Galatea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cervantes has been dubbed el Principe de los _____ .

    <p>Ingenuos</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true about Cervantes's work?

    <p>Don Quixote is considered the first modern novel.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following events with the corresponding years:

    <p>First part of Don Quixote published = 1605 Cervantes imprisoned for discrepancies in accounts = 1597 Cervantes settled in Madrid = 1607 Publication of La Galatea = 1585</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cervantes was only famous during his lifetime and is not regarded today.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the name of Monsieur Lantin's second wife?

    <p>Virtuous woman with a violent temper</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Don Quixote encourage the women to do?

    <p>Not to fear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Don Quixote was aware of the ladies' comedic reaction to him and found it humorous.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Don Quixote claim prevents him from causing injuries?

    <p>The order of knighthood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The innkeeper described himself as a man whose burden of ___ inclined him to peace and quietness.

    <p>fat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Don Quixote describe the women he encountered?

    <p>Virgins of high rank</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The innkeeper was initially afraid of Don Quixote's appearance.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Don Quixote's concern regarding his horse?

    <p>He wanted special care for it.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match Don Quixote's actions with his motivations:

    <p>Encouraging the women not to fear = To show his noble intentions Resenting their laughter = To uphold his dignity Requesting care for his steed = To protect what he values Dismounting with difficulty = To fulfill his noble quest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Don Quixote mistakenly think about the two females assisting him?

    <p>They were ladies of quality.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Don Quixote permitted the cutting of the ribbons on his helmet.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of Don Quixote's horse?

    <p>Rozinante</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The innkeeper poured wine into Don Quixote's mouth using a __________.

    <p>cane</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following actions with the characters involved:

    <p>Don Quixote = Compliments the ladies The two females = Assist in removing armor The innkeeper = Pours wine using a cane Rozinante = Carries the knight</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What kind of food did Don Quixote eat at the inn?

    <p>Saltfish and bread</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the challenges Don Quixote faced while eating?

    <p>He couldn't feed himself due to his helmet.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Don Quixote found the ladies' responses to his compliments very engaging.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    The False Gems by Guy de Maupassant

    • Henri René Albert Guy de Maupassant was a 19th-century French author known for short stories, representing a naturalist school
    • His work focused on human lives, destinies, and social forces, often with a pessimistic outlook
    • Monsieur Lantin met a young woman, the daughter of a deceased tax collector, at a reception
    • He fell deeply in love with her and proposed; she accepted
    • Their lives started out happily, with clever economy allowing them to live in luxury
    • She'd received immense praise for her angelic innocence and virtue
    • After six years of marriage, Monsieur Lantin still loved his wife even more intensely than during the honeymoon

    Wealth and Disillusionment

    • Monsieur Lantin enjoyed a comfortable salary of 3,500 francs
    • His wife enjoyed elegant tastes, which included the theater and imitation jewelry, often accompanied by friends
    • This resulted in mounting debt
    • Lantin's wife had passed away, leaving him with a great loss of joy and sorrow

    The Necklace

    • Lantin discovered an expensive-looking necklace, later realizing that it was imitation
    • He was eager to prove the validity of the necklace
    • His wife's death left him destitute as the financial and emotional aspects weighed heavily on him
    • He discovered that the necklace was a valuable item, that was sold from a prior deceased wife
    • Lantin, devastated by the loss of his wife and the stress, became disillusioned

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    Explore the themes of love, wealth, and disillusionment in Guy de Maupassant's short story 'The False Gems.' The tale delves into the complexities of Monsieur Lantin's life and his wife's impact on his fortunes, highlighting the intricate dance between happiness and societal expectations. Analyze the naturalist elements that define Maupassant's narrative and his outlook on human relationships.

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