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English 9
“The Necklace” page 26
Cause & Effect
Events in a plot are sometimes linked casually. One event causes another,
which causes another, and so on until the end of the story. A series of events
linked together is called a chain of cause and effect. Use the diagram to
connect the major events of “The Necklace” in an unbroken chain of cause and
effect.
Reading Comprehension
Directions: Answer each of the following questions in complete sentences.
1. Why doesn’t Mme. Loisel enjoy her life at the beginning of the story?
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2. How is Mme. Loisel able to get something special to wear to the party?
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3. Why doesn’t Mme. Loisel tell her friend right away about her loss?
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