What differences do you notice between Mathilde's dreams versus her real life? In reality, Mathilde is simply a middle-class woman navigating through the late nineteenth century. Do you think that much of her discontent with life stems from the limited choices made available to women during this time period?

Directions: Explain your reasoning in a well-written (1) page journal entry.

Format: (12) font, times new roman, double-spaced.

"The Necklace, " by Guy de Maupassant