Story Details
At the beginning of "The Necklace," what is the reason for Madame Loisel's constant suffering?
Her desperate wish to be wealthy
declasse'
lowered in social status
What kind of an ending does "The Necklace" have?
"The Neckalce" has a twist ending....or ironic ending.
What was Madame Loisel most concerned about?
Madame Loisel was more concerned about impressing others and appearing wealthy...rather than appreciating what she actually has.
How is Madame Loisel different from her husband?
Madame Loisel values an outward appearance of being wealthy. Her husband values basic elements of life; love, good job, providing for his family.....
Madame Loisel admires a society that values what most?
money and possessions
disheveled
disarranged and untidy
What does Madame Loisel's wrap/coat symbolize?
The wrap/coat symbolizes Madame Loisel's current mediocre social status that she dislikes and wants to escape.
What is the great irony of "The Necklace?"
The great irony is that necklace that was borrowed and lost is a fake....Madame Loisel gives up everything of true value for something that has no value.
How did Madame Loisel's husband respond to her disappointment over the invitation?
Madame Loisel's husband says he will buy her a new dress.
Madame Loisel treats her husband with what?
resentment
resplendent
shining brightly
What does the necklace symbolize?
The necklace symbolizes wealth and status that Madame Loisel longs for.
What is the situational irony in "The Necklace?"
Madame Loisel really wants to be in the upper class, she insists on borrowing the necklace to appear to be upper class......she ends up even lower class than she had been
Describe Madame Loisel's character after losing the necklace.
Madame Loisel, having now to learn what true sacrifice is and what it is like to truly have problems, she has become loud and rough....and has learned the value of money in the end....
What conclusion might you draw about Madame Loisel based on the life she craves?
She is materialistic and wishful.
dowdy
shabby
Why is Madame Loisel "filled with terrible anguish" when she asks to borrow the necklace?
Madame Loisel is humiliated at having to borrow the necklace from her friend
What is the purpose of the short story, "The Necklace?"
The purpose of the story is to show the danger in the pursuit of material possessions.
Describe Madame Loisel's character during the party.
During the party, Madame Loisel is feeling at her best; enjoying herself and making sure everyone "sees" her as a wealthy socialite.
What is Madame Loisel's friendship with Madame Forestier characterized by?
envy
profoundly
deeply and intensely
What can we conclude about Madame Loisel's husband based on his treatment of her?
He cares a great deal about his wife's happiness.
What is the moral of the story "The Necklace?"
The moral of this story is to be happy with what you have.
Describe Madame Loisel's character before she attends the party.
Madame Loisel is pretty and charming; however, she is quite unhappy and ungrateful.