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Analysis Of The Necklace Guy De Maupassant

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Story title Author Recommended Not recommended The child’s story Charles Dickens This is a sentimental story about the life journey everyone takes, from childhood to adulthood and into golden years. Hence, the story may spark thoughts broadening a child’s view of the future. The necklace Guy de Maupassant This is a noteworthy story about social position, self – satisfaction, the deceptiveness of appearances and the perceived value of objects. The story is well written with tight plotting, a wealth of details and a plot twist. The story of an hour Kate Chopin This is a brief yet thought – provoking story about marriage. Through stylistic and structural techniques, the author ironically suggests that even the kindest marriage is inherently oppressive. The story is considered to be rather controversial. My own sentences The police blundered by arresting the wrong person. Through her ragged clothes, one can tell that she belongs to the lowest caste. The tapestry manufacture formerly flourishes in Hongkong. We pay homage to the greatness of Uncle Ho. The room remains inscrutable behind its shutters. It is cruel of him to trifle with her kindness. She was so exultant at her success that she burst into tears. He flung the picture away in disgust. …show more content…

After pointless searching, Monsieur Loisel suggests that they replace the lost necklace. However, after learning of its price, Madame Loisel decides to tell Madame Forestier the truth. Despite her husband’s hindrance, she argues that she should not borrow the necklace in the first place. She also offers her services as a maid in compensation for the lost necklace. Strangely, she feels really relieved as for the first time she contents with her life. Although Madame Forestier disappoints at Madame Loisel’s carelessness, she feels thankful that she lets her friend borrow a paste jewelry. She charges Madame Loisel five hundred francs in a month’s

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