Theme of Materialism in 'The Necklace'

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What is the main theme explored in the short story 'The Necklace'?

  • Adventure and exploration
  • Nature and the environment
  • Materialism (correct)
  • Love and friendship

Why does Madame Loisel borrow a fancy necklace from her friend?

  • To display in her house
  • To gift it to her husband
  • To wear to a party and look rich (correct)
  • To sell it for money

What happens to the necklace borrowed by Madame Loisel?

  • It gets returned to her friend
  • It gets stolen by a thief
  • It gets damaged in a fire
  • It gets lost (correct)

How does Madame Loisel feel about her life before borrowing the necklace?

<p>Unhappy and dissatisfied (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Madame Loisel and her husband have to work hard for many years?

<p>To pay off a debt for a lost necklace (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What lesson does Madame Loisel fail to learn during her ten years of hard work?

<p>The beauty of simplicity (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Madame Loisel feel about being born into a rich family?

<p>She dreams about it and wishes it were true (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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