CBSE ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE

Detailed explanation-1: -What is the twist at the end of the story the necklace? Matilda had borrowed a diamond necklace, she lost it. In order to replace it, they had to borrow money, use all the savings. They bought it for thirty-six thousand Francs and it took them ten years to repay the money.

Detailed explanation-2: -They replaced the necklace by paying eighteen thousand francs, which his father had left him and borrowing the rest of the amount from usurers and money lenders. Then they changed their lodgings and rented an attic, got rid of the maid and Mme. Loisel did the housework herself.

Detailed explanation-3: -Mathilde borrows the necklace because she wants to give the appearance of being wealthy; Madame Forestier does not tell her up front that the necklace is fake, perhaps because she, too, wants to give the illusion of being wealthier than she actually is.

Detailed explanation-4: -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-5: -Mathilde Loisel When she is invited to a fancy party, she borrows a necklace from her wealthy friend Madame Forestier because she refuses to go to the party without expensive jewels and a beautiful gown.