The necklace by guy de maupassant
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- Q1What is the climax of 'The Necklace'?When she attends the ball and feels beautiful.When they pay off the debt after losing the necklace.When she tells her husband about the ball.When Madame Loisel discovers the necklace is missing.30s
- Q2What theme is primarily explored in 'The Necklace'?The joys of true love and sacrifice.The dangers of vanity and the pursuit of wealth.The importance of friendship and loyalty.The struggle of the working class.30s
- Q3What lesson does Madame Loisel learn by the end of 'The Necklace'?Friendship is more valuable than material possessions.Beauty is the key to a successful life.Wealth is the most important thing in life.True happiness does not come from wealth or appearances.30s
- Q4
"Then they went from jeweler to jeweler, searching for a necklace like the other, trying to recall it, both sick with chagrin and grief. " Chagrin means...
the transcription of spoken text, or the act of speaking words that will be written or typed
in an ill-natured manner
a system of ranking according to status, power, or importance
a feeling of disappointment or humiliation
30s - Q5
"Instead of being delighted, as her husband had hoped, she threw the invitation on the table crossly." Crossly means...
in an ill-natured manner
a system of ranking according to status, power, or importance
a feeling of disappointment or humiliation
the transcription of spoken text, or the act of speaking words that will be written or typed
30s - Q6
Discuss how the ironic ending (Madame Loisel’s sacrifice for a fake necklace) highlights the story’s themes, like the futility of vanity, the dangers of materialism, and the idea that appearances can be deceiving.
The ending is not ironic. It is a trick question.
The ironic ending shows that caring too much about looks and material things can lead to unnecessary trouble, as the necklace was fake all along. It highlights how appearances can be misleading and how vanity can backfire.
The ironic ending shows how what we see is what we get in life no matter the amount of wealth we have.
The ironic ending shows that caring little about looks and material things can lead to good fortune.
30s - Q7
Reflect on how the story’s message might apply to real life. Think about our society and what we currently value and don’t value. Provide examples.
The story reminds that social media fame is fake, but as long as no one is hurt, there is no harm in making material obsession and fame a habit.
The story reminds us focusing on genuine relationships and personal growth is meaningful, but it is more important to strive for professional and material success.
The story reminds us that love and joy are the ultimate rewards in life.
The story reminds us that valuing appearances and material things can lead to problems, as seen in society's obsession with luxury brands and social media fame. Instead, focusing on genuine relationships and personal growth is more meaningful.
30s - Q8
What can the reader most likely infer from Madame Loisel’s experience at the ball? (Think about how she is perceived by others and her emotions during the ball)
Madame Loisel is unhappy because she realizes the necklace is fake during the ball.
Madame Loisel feels out of place but enjoys the attention, which suggests she is not used to high society but likes what she experiences.
Madame Loisel is bored throughout the ball, indicating she has no interest in social events.
Madame Loisel enjoys the attention and feels that she is finally accepted by the elite.
30s - Q9Which character's advice does Madame Loisel ignore at the beginning of the story?Her husband's suggestion to be content with their lifeHer mother's opinion about wealthHer friend's advice about fashionThe invitation to the ball30s
- Q10What is the main consequence of losing the necklace for Madame Loisel and her husband?They go into severe debt for ten yearsThey receive help from their familyThey move to a different cityThey become very wealthy30s
- Q11
What type of irony is used at the end?
dramatic
sarcasm
verbal
situational
30s - Q12
What are the key stages to a story plot?
Introduction, 2 body paragraphs, a counterclaim, and a conclusion
Every story is different,; therefore, every plot is different.
Introduction, 3 body paragraphs, and a conclusion
Beginning, rising action, climax, falling action, and conclusion
30s