In "the necklace," which best describes the reaction of mathilde and her husband when they realize that the necklace is missing? question 1 options: they are shocked and panicked. they are unconcerned and relaxed. they are calm, but sad. they are worried, but optimistic. question 2 which best describes the society in which "the necklace" is set? question 2 options: women worked more and earned more money than their husbands. social standing was measured by outward signs of wealth. only the wealthiest members of society had servants. there were no social classes.