Mathilde's Journey in 'The Necklace'

The story 'The Necklace' by G de Maupassant follows Mathilde, a woman who dreams of a luxurious life. She borrows a diamond necklace to attend a ball, only to lose it. Mathilde and her husband replace it with a costly replica, leading to years of hardship. Eventually, Mathilde learns the original necklace was a fake, costing only a fraction of the replacement.

Who is the author of 'The Necklace'?

• Emile Zola

• Victor Hugo

• Marcel Proust

• G de Maupassant

What is Mathilde Loisel's main source of dissatisfaction?

• Her job

• Her family

• Her ordinary life

• Her education

Why does Mathilde initially refuse to attend the ball?

• She has nothing to wear

• She is unwell

• She is busy with work

• She dislikes social events

What does Mathilde's husband sacrifice for her dress?

• His job

• His car

• His savings

• His vacation

Who does Mathilde borrow the necklace from?

• Madame Forestier

• Her mother

• Her neighbor

• Her sister

How does Mathilde feel at the ball?

• Nervous and shy

• Bored and tired

• Beautiful and admired

• Lonely and ignored

What happens to the necklace after the ball?

• It is returned

• It is broken

• It is lost

• It is stolen

What do the Loisels decide to do after failing to find the necklace?

• Confess to Madame Forestier

• Ignore it

• Replace it

• Report it to the police

How do the Loisels manage to buy the replacement necklace?

• They win a lottery

• They find a cheaper one

• They borrow money

• They sell their house

What shocking truth does Mathilde learn from Madame Forestier?

• The necklace was lost

• The necklace was cursed

• The necklace was a fake

• The necklace was stolen