The Necklace | Class 10 English Notes
By ConceptScroll Team · Published on 17 July 2026 · 2 min read
The Necklace – this guide gives you a concise, exam-ready overview of The Necklace from Class 10 English, written by ConceptScroll editors and reviewed against the latest NCERT textbook.
Matilda's Desire for Jewellery and Borrowing the Necklace
As the day of the ball approaches, Mathilde becomes increasingly anxious and unhappy despite having a new dress. Her main concern shifts from the dress to the absence of jewellery to complement her outfit. She fears looking poor and shabby among the rich women at the ball. Her husband suggests she wear natural flowers, but she is not convinced, feeling that flowers are insufficient to mask her poverty. Then he has the idea to borrow jewels from her rich friend, Mme Forestier. Mathilde visits Mme Forestier and explains her distress. Mme Forestier generously offers her a choice of bracelets, a pearl collar, a Venetian cross, and finally a superb diamond necklace. Mathilde chooses the diamond necklace, feeling ecstatic and radiant wearing it. This section highlights Mathilde's vanity and the importance she places on appearances. It also introduces the necklace, which becomes central to the story's plot and eventual irony.
🧪 Activity: Students should reflect on how Mathilde's desire for jewellery drives the story forward.
🔗 Connection: Leads to the next section describing the ball and the loss of the necklace.
Frequently asked questions
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