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What was the initial plan to handle the lost necklace before the decision to replace it was made?
What was the initial plan to handle the lost necklace before the decision to replace it was made?
- To write a letter to Mme Forestier explaining the clasp was broken and it would be returned after repair. (correct)
- To involve the police in a thorough search of their residence.
- To immediately inform Mme Forestier about the loss and offer compensation.
- To replace all of Mme Forestier's jewelry in case other items were also missing.
How did Matilda and her husband primarily finance the replacement necklace?
How did Matilda and her husband primarily finance the replacement necklace?
- They used Matilda's inheritance and a small loan from a close friend.
- They sold their house and all valuable possessions to raise the funds.
- They used a combination of her husband's inheritance and borrowed money. (correct)
- They won a lottery which enabled them to afford the expensive necklace.
What was the most significant change in Matilda's life after replacing the necklace?
What was the most significant change in Matilda's life after replacing the necklace?
- She moved to a grander house and hired several servants.
- She aged prematurely and lived a life of poverty performing heavy housework. (correct)
- She became a renowned socialite due to her exquisite taste in jewelry.
- She started her own business and became financially independent.
What is the most accurate representation of the irony in 'The Necklace'?
What is the most accurate representation of the irony in 'The Necklace'?
What can be inferred about Mathilde's character based on her actions and experiences in the story?
What can be inferred about Mathilde's character based on her actions and experiences in the story?
What is the primary source of Matilda's unhappiness in 'The Necklace'?
What is the primary source of Matilda's unhappiness in 'The Necklace'?
Why does Matilda react negatively upon receiving the invitation to the grand ball?
Why does Matilda react negatively upon receiving the invitation to the grand ball?
What motivates M. Loisel to give his wife the money he had saved?
What motivates M. Loisel to give his wife the money he had saved?
What action does M. Loisel take immediately after discovering the necklace is lost?
What action does M. Loisel take immediately after discovering the necklace is lost?
What is the significance of the setting (19th-century France) to the themes explored in 'The Necklace'?
What is the significance of the setting (19th-century France) to the themes explored in 'The Necklace'?
Which of the following character traits is most evident in Matilda Loisel?
Which of the following character traits is most evident in Matilda Loisel?
What does Matilda's borrowing the necklace from Mme. Forestier suggest about her?
What does Matilda's borrowing the necklace from Mme. Forestier suggest about her?
What is the likely reason the author called the protagonist 'Matilda Loisel' rather than any alternatives?
What is the likely reason the author called the protagonist 'Matilda Loisel' rather than any alternatives?
Flashcards
Guy de Maupassant
Guy de Maupassant
A 19th-century French author famous for short stories based on real-life situations.
Matilda Loisel
Matilda Loisel
The main character in 'The Necklace', a woman who desires a luxurious life but is not wealthy.
M. Loisel
M. Loisel
Matilda's husband, who works as a clerk and loves his wife.
Mme Jeanne Forestier
Mme Jeanne Forestier
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Matilda's discontent
Matilda's discontent
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The grand ball
The grand ball
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The diamond necklace
The diamond necklace
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Four hundred francs
Four hundred francs
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Replica Necklace Cost
Replica Necklace Cost
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Funding the Necklace
Funding the Necklace
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Life After Debt
Life After Debt
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Matilda's Transformation
Matilda's Transformation
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The Necklace's True Value
The Necklace's True Value
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Study Notes
- "The Necklace" penned by Guy de Maupassant, a 19th-century author known for short stories based on real-life events.
- The short story revolves around Matilda Loisel, a beautiful woman living modestly with her clerk husband.
Matilda's Desires
- Matilda is unhappy with her simple life and yearns for wealth, a mansion, beautiful dresses, and jewelry.
- She often feels disappointed and broods about her financial condition.
The Invitation
- Matilda's husband brings home an invitation to a grand ball at the Minister’s residence.
- Initially, Matilda is resentful because she doesn’t have an appropriate dress for the occasion.
Sacrifices for a Dress
- Matilda's husband gives her his savings of four hundred francs to buy a dress for the ball.
- He had been saving the money to buy a rifle for himself.
Borrowing a Necklace
- Matilda then worries about not having jewelry, so her husband suggests borrowing from her friend, Mme Jeanne Forestier.
- Matilda borrows a sparkling diamond necklace from Mme Forestier.
The Ball and the Loss
- Mme Loisel is happy and successful in garnering the attention of the attendees at the reception.
- After the ball, Matilda discovers the necklace is missing.
- She and her husband search in vain for the necklace.
Replacement
- Matilda’s husband suggests that she write a letter to Mme Forestier and mention that the clasp had broken and she would return it once repaired.
- The couple finds a replica of the necklace but it costs thirty-six thousand francs, and decide to replace it.
- Matilda’s father-in-law had left eighteen thousand francs for his son, so they borrow the rest of the money to buy the expensive necklace.
Years of Hardship
- To repay the loan, they move to a smaller place, and Matilda does all the housework.
- Her husband works multiple jobs, and their lives become very difficult for ten years.
The Revelation
- Matilda meets Mme Forestier, who doesn’t recognize her due to her aged appearance.
- Matilda reveals that they were ruined trying to repay the loan for the necklace.
- Mme Forestier reveals that the original necklace was a fake worth only five hundred francs.
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Description
Explore Guy de Maupassant's "The Necklace," focusing on Matilda Loisel's desires and sacrifices. Matilda dreams of wealth, leading to borrowing a necklace for a ball. This decision sets in motion unforeseen consequences.
