The Necklace (abridged): Reading Comprehension for Class 7 

Mathilde Loisel dreamed of luxury and fine dresses though she lived a simple life with her kind husband, a clerk in the Education Office. She felt unhappy that she could not afford grand things. One day, her husband brought home an invitation to a government party. Instead of joy, Mathilde sighed, saying she had nothing suitable to wear. Her husband gave her money to buy a new dress. Still not content, she borrowed a sparkling diamond necklace from her wealthy friend, Madame Forestier. At the party, Mathilde looked elegant and admired by all. But when she returned home, she realised the necklace was missing. In panic, she and her husband searched everywhere but couldn’t find it. Too ashamed to confess, they replaced it with an identical one by borrowing money. To repay the debt, they sold their house and worked tirelessly for ten long years. Mathilde’s beauty faded, and she grew worn from hardship. One day she met Madame Forestier on the street and told her the truth. Shocked, Madame Forestier replied, “Oh, my dear! My necklace was made of imitation stones—it was worth very little!” Mathilde stood silent, realising how her pride had cost her ten years of struggle. 

Why Reading Comprehension Matters in Grammar? 

Reading comprehension helps students understand language in meaningful contexts. For Class 7 learners, this worksheet is important because: 
1. It builds vocabulary related to vanity, consequences, and the consequences of pride. 
2. It strengthens comprehension of how materialism can affect life decisions and relationships. 
3. It encourages critical thinking by analyzing Mathilde’s mistakes and their impacts. 
4. It highlights themes of humility and the value of honesty. 

What’s Inside This Worksheet? 

This worksheet includes multiple activities to assess comprehension, recall, and deeper understanding: 
🧠 Exercise 1 – Multiple Choice Questions 
Students answer questions about the necklace, why it was lost, and the impact it had on Mathilde’s life. 

✏️ Exercise 2 – Short Answer Questions 
Learners describe why Mathilde was unhappy with her life, how she replaced the necklace, and the real value of the necklace. 

📋 Exercise 3 – Deep Thinking Questions 
Students explore the lessons Mathilde learned about pride, materialism, and honesty. They also reflect on the consequences of her actions. 

✅ Answer Key (For Parents & Educators) 

Exercise 1 – Choose the Correct Option 
1. What did Mathilde borrow from her friend? 
- a. A diamond necklace. 

2. Why did she replace the lost necklace? 
- b. She was ashamed to tell the truth. 

3. What was the real value of the necklace? 
- c It was made of imitation stones. 

Exercise 2 – Short Answers 
1. She wanted wealth and luxury beyond her means.
2. She replaced it and worked for years to repay debt.
3. She learned that pride can destroy peace.

Exercise 3 – Extended Thinking 
1. Pride and greed bring regret, not joy.
2. The truth’s twist makes readers reflect deeply.
3. Honesty prevents unnecessary pain.
4. “imitation” – false or fake.

This worksheet encourages students to reflect on the consequences of pride and the importance of honesty in life. 

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