The Beginning
Is the necklace a short story or a novel?
Short Story
Where did the story take place?
France
Who is the protagonist?
Mithilde Loisel.
Is the family rich or poor?
Poor
How much did the fake necklace cost?
500 Francs
Who gave Mme Loisel the money for the dress?
Mr. Loisel, her husband
What is the year of story?
1880's.
Who is the husband of Mme. Loisel?
Mr. Loisel
What was the husband saving money up for?
A Rifle
What is Mme. Foresteir's first name?
Jeanne.
They were invited to what?
The Minister Education Reception, a ball
How many years past when she told Mme. Forestier about the necklace?
10 years.
What is one way they gained money to pay their debt from the necklace?
They sold house, moved to garret under roof, fired maid, got more jobs.
Why was it ironic that the necklace was fake?
They spent 36,000 francs and ten years paying it off just to find out it is fake.
Why was Mme Loisel upset about going to the Minister's ball?
She didn't have the proper attire to wear.