"The Necklace"

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What is the main theme of 'The Necklace'?

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The main theme is the pursuit of social recognition and the consequences of vanity, leading to a life of poverty.

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What does Mr. Loisel sacrifice for his wife's happiness?

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Mr. Loisel sacrifices years of hard work and his own dreams to pay off the debt incurred from replacing the lost necklace.

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What is the significance of the necklace in the story?

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The necklace symbolizes wealth and social status, but ultimately leads to the downfall of Mathilde Loisel.

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How does Mathilde Loisel's character change throughout the story?

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Mathilde starts as a woman who desires luxury and status, but after losing the necklace, she becomes hardened and learns the value of hard work.

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What lesson does Mathilde learn by the end of 'The Necklace'?

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Mathilde learns that appearances can be deceiving and that true happiness does not come from material possessions.

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What is the role of Mdm. Forestier in the story?

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Mdm. Forestier is Mathilde's wealthy friend who lends her the necklace, which becomes the catalyst for the story's events.

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What does the ending of 'The Necklace' reveal about the nature of wealth?

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The ending reveals that wealth is often based on illusion, as the necklace was a fake, highlighting the futility of Mathilde's desires.

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Why do the Loisels choose to lie about the lost necklace?

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They lie out of shame and fear of admitting their carelessness, which leads to their downfall.

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What does the story suggest about the consequences of pride?

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The story suggests that pride can lead to devastating consequences, as Mathilde's desire for social acceptance results in her suffering.

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How does the author use irony in 'The Necklace'?

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The author uses situational irony, as Mathilde's desire for a luxurious life leads to her poverty, and the necklace turns out to be worthless.