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The Necklace
What was Matilda's reaction to the invitation for the Minister’s ball party? Why?
Matilda was not delighted at all to receive the invitation. She knew that all the aristocrats would be there displaying their riches. So, she got spiteful and irritated. She started shedding tears. She had a deep longing to attend the party and look beautiful. But she had no suitable dress to wear for such a great occasion.
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How Loisels arranged the money to buy a new diamond necklace?
How the Loisels repaid for the borrowed necklace?
How was Matilda changed? Why?
Why did Matilda think about telling ‘all’ to Mme Forestier?
What made Matilda blame Mme Forestier for her miseries ? Do you think Mme Forestier was responsible for it?
What was the twist that was disclosed at the end of the story?
How did Mr Loisel respond when Matilda told him that she had no jewels to wear for the party?
‘The Necklace’ advocates the importance of truthfulness in our lives. Elaborate.
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What message does the author wants to convey in ‘The Necklace’?
Matilda always believed her to be born for luxuries and delicacies . Her arrogance of her beauty and charm led to her downfall. Based on your reading of the story write a paragraph on, 'Value of humility in life'.
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