CBSE ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE

Detailed explanation-1: -It took Loisel’s ten long years to pay back the huge sum they borrowed to replace the lost necklace.

Detailed explanation-2: -Madame Forestier does not recognize her, and when Mathilde identifies herself, Madame Forestier cannot help but exclaim that she looks different. Mathilde says that the change was on her account and explains to her the long saga of losing the necklace, replacing it, and working for ten years to repay the debts.

Detailed explanation-3: -The Loisels had to buy a diamond necklace for thirty-six thousand francs to replace the one that was lost. Matilda had to cut down on the household expenses and save money while Mr Loisel worked overtime and did copying work at nights. In this way, they could repay the money in ten years.

Detailed explanation-4: -The necklace was surely lost and Madame Mathilde Loisel and her husband took out loans and made many deals to borrow the money and replace the necklace before Madame Forestier noticed. It took ten exhausting years for Mathilde and her husband to work to pay back all of their loans. Finally, they were debt-free.

Detailed explanation-5: -Mathilde Loisel When she prepares to attend a fancy party, she borrows a diamond necklace from her friend Madame Forestier, then loses the necklace and must work for ten years to pay off a replacement. Her one night of radiance cost her and Monsieur Loisel any chance for future happiness.