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English · 2026 · 6 marks
CBSE 2026 · Region 3 · Set 3 · Q11 (B)
A little confession might have saved Matilda from years of suffering and hardships. Analyse how Matilda's vanity, pride, and fear of judgement caused…
A little confession might have saved Matilda from years of suffering and hardships. Analyse how Matilda's vanity, pride, and fear of judgement caused her to live a miserable and tormented life.
(The Necklace)
Official answer
excessive vanity and love for luxury
unhappy with her middle class lifestyle/ modest background
dreamed of riches, fine clothes and jewellery
wanted to appear wealthy at the minister’s ball
borrowed a diamond necklace from Madame Forestier
fear of social judgement
lacked the courage to confess the truth
instead of admitting, chose to replace the necklace
had to face years of suffering and hardships (with examples)
shows honesty and contentment are more valuable than pride and appearance
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