Mathilde's Journey in The Necklace

Madame Loisel, a woman dissatisfied with her modest life, borrows a necklace to attend a prestigious ball. After losing the necklace, she and her husband replace it with a costly replica, leading to years of hardship. Eventually, she learns the original necklace was a fake, worth much less than the replacement.

What was Mathilde's social status at the beginning of the story?

• She was born into a wealthy family.

• She was part of the working class.

• She was a successful businesswoman.

• She was a member of the aristocracy.

What did Mathilde dream of having in her life?

• A large family

• Luxury and wealth

• A career in politics

• A life of adventure

How did Mathilde react to the invitation to the ball?

• She was confused.

• She was indifferent.

• She was angry and upset.

• She was overjoyed.

What solution did Mathilde's husband suggest for her lack of jewelry?

• Not attending the ball

• Wearing flowers

• Borrowing from a friend

• Buying new jewelry

What did Mathilde borrow from Madame Forestier?

• A diamond necklace

• A ring

• A bracelet

• A pair of earrings

How did Mathilde feel at the ball?

• Nervous and shy

• Anxious and worried

• Bored and uninterested

• Joyful and triumphant

What happened after Mathilde left the ball?

• She got lost.

• She was robbed.

• She fell ill.

• She lost the necklace.

How did Mathilde and her husband replace the lost necklace?

• They bought a new one.

• They found it later.

• They confessed to Madame Forestier.

• They borrowed another one.

What was the truth about the original necklace?

• It was stolen.

• It was cursed.

• It was a fake.

• It was a family heirloom.