Question Bank: The Necklace

What was the cost of the necklace that Matilda borrowed from her friend?

How did Matilda lose the necklace?

How long did it take for Matilda and her husband to pay for the necklace?

How did Matilda's life change after losing the necklace?

Describe Matilda's appearance and demeanor after ten years of hard work.

How did Mme Forestier react when Matilda confessed about losing the necklace?

What was the value of the necklace that Mme Forestier lent to Matilda?

How did Matilda manage to replace the lost necklace?

What was the true value of the necklace that Matilda replaced?

How did Mme Forestier feel upon learning the truth about the necklace?

How did Matilda feel after finding out the true value of the necklace?

What lesson can be learned from Matilda's experience with the necklace?

How did Matilda's relationship with Mme Forestier change after the revelation?

How did Matilda's perception of her own life change after paying off the debt for the necklace?

What was the significance of the necklace in Matilda's life?

How did Matilda's attitude towards material possessions change throughout the story?

How did Matilda's social status change as a result of losing the necklace?

How did Matilda's husband support her during their struggle to pay off the debt?

How did Matilda's past experiences at the ball contrast with her current reality?

How did Matilda's character develop throughout the story?

How did Matilda's perception of beauty and wealth change over time?

How did Matilda's relationship with her husband evolve as they worked to pay off the debt?

How did Matilda's sense of pride and self-worth change throughout the story?

How did Matilda's experience with the necklace impact her outlook on life?

How did Matilda's story reflect the theme of deception and consequences?