Characters
Which character wanted to have nicer things?
Matilda
What did Matilda want before she went to the party?
a new dress and jewelry
How long did Matilda and Mr. Loisel have to work to pay their debts?
10 years
shocked
horrified
line of travel
route
Which character worked as a clerk?
Mr. Loisel
What was Mr. Loisel saving his money for?
to buy a rifle
Mrs. Loisel earned money by . . .
washing laundry and scrubbing floors
to do something in a tired way
wearily
a person who doesn't like to spend money
thrifty
Which character was loving?
Mr. Loisel
Matilda borrowed a necklace from Jeanne. What was it made of?
glass
True or False
Jeanne did not recognize Matilda at the park.
True
famous
distinguished
something you owe
Which character was jealous?
Matilda
How much money did Mr. and Mrs. Loisel pay for a replacement necklace?
$36,000
True or False
The necklace was made of diamonds.
false
very tired
exhausted
to be able to pay for
afford
Which character was friendly?
Jeanne
What did Mr. Loisel do to try to find the necklace?
He went to the police, the cab company, and offered a reward.
Matilda is grateful for the things she has.
false
expensive, nice things that are not needed
luxuries
the state of being poor
poverty