"The Necklace"

Why is Madame Loisel unhappy at the beginning of the story?

• Her maid is lazy and it's hard to find good help.

• She believes she was born for great things, but her life is ordinary.

• Her husband is too handsome and that's a real issue for them.

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CCSS.RL.2.10

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What is the relationship between Madame Loisel and her husband like?

• It's good. They seem to understand each other.

• They fight a lot, especially over soup.

• She doesn't make him happy.

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Why does Madame Loisel pick the diamond necklace from Madame Forestier's collection?

• She looks bad in all the other jewels.

• It's the smallest piece of jewlery.

• It's the shiniest, most expensive thing.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.1

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What happens at the ball?

• Madame Loisel has an okay time.

• Madame Loisel has a great time.

• Madame Loisel has a bad time.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.1

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Why don't the Loisels tell Madame Forestier that they lost the necklace?

• They don't want to be seen as irresponsible or get accused of stealing.

• They think it would be great to play a long practical joke on Madame. Forestier

• They don't think Madame Forestier deserves to know.

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CCSS.RL.2.10

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What do the Loisels do once the necklace is lost?

• They take out big loans to buy a new necklace. Then, they work very hard to make up their debts.

• They flee Paris and start a new life in America. They settle in Enid, Oklahoma and things are good there.

• They never call Madame Forestier and hope she forgets how to find them.

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What happens when Madame Loisel finally confronts Madame Forestier after ten years?

• They have tea and reminisce about the good old days.

• Madame Loisel finds out that the necklace was a fake and not worth much.

• Madame Forestier flies into a rage over being lied to for so long.

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CCSS.RL.2.10

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How does Madame Loisel's character change?

• She stays exactly the same and is still very critical of everything.

• She rises to the occasion and grows up and learns what's important.

• She decides she's really better off in the field of performing arts.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.7

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CCSS.RL.7.3

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

When Monsieur Loisel puts Madame Loisel's coat over her shoulders at the party, why is she upset?

• She looks too good that way.

• He shouldn't try to help her or do nice things.

• Her coat reminds her of what her real life is like and makes her feel lesser than the other women.

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

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What motivates Madame Loisel at the beginning of the story?

• Wanting more things.

• Love for her husband.

• The excitement of living in Paris.

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