"The Necklace" TEST

Front

What is the main cause of Madame Loisel's constant unhappiness at the beginning of 'The Necklace'?

Back

Her desire to be wealthy.

Front

What does Mr. Loisel bring home that he thinks will make his wife happy?

Back

An invitation to a party.

Front

How did Mathilde Loisel react to being poor for ten years?

Back

She was brave about it.

Front

What part of the plot introduces Mathilde and her husband as a middle class couple living in France?

Back

Exposition.

Front

What is revealed about the lost necklace at the end of the story?

Back

It was a fake.

Front

What does the term 'exposition' refer to in a story?

Back

The introduction of background information, including characters and setting.

Front

How does Mathilde's desire for wealth affect her life choices?

Back

It leads to her dissatisfaction and longing for a more luxurious lifestyle.

Front

What is the significance of the invitation to the party in the story?

Back

It represents a turning point for Mathilde, leading to her desire to appear wealthy.

Front

What theme is explored through Mathilde's character in 'The Necklace'?

Back

The dangers of vanity and the pursuit of material wealth.

Front

How does the story of 'The Necklace' illustrate the concept of irony?

Back

The necklace, which Mathilde believed to be valuable, turns out to be fake, highlighting the irony of her sacrifices.